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
855DA1
RGB
133, 93, 161
HSL
275, 27%, 50%
HSB
275, 42%, 63%
CMYK
17, 42, 0, 37
LAB
46, 27, -31
LCH
46, 41, 311
OKLCH
0.55, 0.11, 310
XYZ
20, 15, 36
LUV
46, 16, -48
HWB
275, 36%, 37%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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