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
875E90
RGB
135, 94, 144
HSL
289, 21%, 47%
HSB
289, 35%, 56%
CMYK
6, 35, 0, 44
LAB
46, 24, -21
LCH
46, 32, 319
OKLCH
0.54, 0.09, 320
XYZ
19, 15, 28
LUV
46, 19, -34
HWB
289, 37%, 44%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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