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
887291
RGB
136, 114, 145
HSL
283, 12%, 51%
HSB
283, 21%, 57%
CMYK
6, 21, 0, 43
LAB
51, 13, -14
LCH
51, 19, 314
OKLCH
0.58, 0.05, 316
XYZ
21, 19, 29
LUV
51, 10, -22
HWB
283, 45%, 43%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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