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
855383
RGB
133, 83, 131
HSL
302, 23%, 42%
HSB
302, 38%, 52%
CMYK
0, 38, 2, 48
LAB
42, 27, -18
LCH
42, 33, 326
OKLCH
0.52, 0.09, 328
XYZ
17, 13, 23
LUV
42, 25, -30
HWB
302, 33%, 48%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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