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
8757A0
RGB
135, 87, 160
HSL
279, 30%, 48%
HSB
279, 46%, 63%
CMYK
16, 46, 0, 37
LAB
45, 31, -32
LCH
45, 44, 314
OKLCH
0.54, 0.12, 313
XYZ
20, 15, 35
LUV
45, 19, -51
HWB
279, 34%, 37%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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