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
855687
RGB
133, 86, 135
HSL
298, 22%, 43%
HSB
298, 36%, 53%
CMYK
1, 36, 0, 47
LAB
43, 26, -19
LCH
43, 33, 324
OKLCH
0.52, 0.09, 325
XYZ
17, 13, 25
LUV
43, 23, -31
HWB
298, 34%, 47%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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