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
893B73
RGB
137, 59, 115
HSL
317, 40%, 38%
HSB
317, 57%, 54%
CMYK
0, 57, 16, 46
LAB
37, 39, -16
LCH
37, 42, 338
OKLCH
0.48, 0.13, 340
XYZ
15, 10, 17
LUV
37, 41, -28
HWB
317, 23%, 46%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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