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
87778F
RGB
135, 119, 143
HSL
280, 10%, 51%
HSB
280, 17%, 56%
CMYK
6, 17, 0, 44
LAB
52, 10, -11
LCH
52, 15, 313
OKLCH
0.59, 0.04, 314
XYZ
22, 20, 29
LUV
52, 7, -17
HWB
280, 47%, 44%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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