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
85467C
RGB
133, 70, 124
HSL
309, 31%, 40%
HSB
309, 47%, 52%
CMYK
0, 47, 7, 48
LAB
39, 33, -19
LCH
39, 38, 331
OKLCH
0.49, 0.11, 333
XYZ
16, 11, 20
LUV
39, 32, -31
HWB
309, 27%, 48%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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