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
875786
RGB
135, 87, 134
HSL
301, 22%, 44%
HSB
301, 36%, 53%
CMYK
0, 36, 1, 47
LAB
44, 26, -18
LCH
44, 32, 326
OKLCH
0.53, 0.09, 327
XYZ
18, 14, 24
LUV
44, 24, -29
HWB
301, 34%, 47%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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