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
875DA0
RGB
135, 93, 160
HSL
278, 26%, 50%
HSB
278, 42%, 63%
CMYK
16, 42, 0, 37
LAB
46, 27, -30
LCH
46, 40, 312
OKLCH
0.55, 0.11, 312
XYZ
20, 16, 35
LUV
46, 17, -47
HWB
278, 36%, 37%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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