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
8929BB
RGB
137, 41, 187
HSL
279, 64%, 45%
HSB
279, 78%, 73%
CMYK
27, 78, 0, 27
LAB
38, 57, -58
LCH
38, 82, 314
OKLCH
0.50, 0.22, 311
XYZ
20, 10, 48
LUV
38, 26, -87
HWB
279, 16%, 27%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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