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
844C7D
RGB
132, 76, 125
HSL
308, 27%, 41%
HSB
308, 42%, 52%
CMYK
0, 42, 5, 48
LAB
41, 30, -18
LCH
41, 35, 330
OKLCH
0.50, 0.10, 332
XYZ
16, 12, 21
LUV
41, 28, -29
HWB
308, 30%, 48%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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