Psychology
Pink softens red's intensity — tender, playful, and intimate. Contemporary design has reclaimed it from purely feminine associations.
Meaning
Romance, sweetness, and (more recently) gender-fluid expression. Hot pinks signal energy and youth; dusty pinks feel grown-up and editorial.
Applications
Perfect for beauty, lifestyle, fashion, and challenger brands looking to stand out. Pair with deep charcoal or burgundy for editorial weight.
Conversion
HEX
844172
RGB
132, 65, 114
HSL
316, 34%, 39%
HSB
316, 51%, 52%
CMYK
0, 51, 14, 48
LAB
38, 34, -15
LCH
38, 37, 336
OKLCH
0.48, 0.11, 338
XYZ
14, 10, 17
LUV
38, 35, -26
HWB
316, 25%, 48%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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