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
85517A
RGB
133, 81, 122
HSL
313, 24%, 42%
HSB
313, 39%, 52%
CMYK
0, 39, 8, 48
LAB
42, 27, -14
LCH
42, 30, 333
OKLCH
0.51, 0.09, 335
XYZ
16, 12, 20
LUV
42, 27, -24
HWB
313, 32%, 48%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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