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
894978
RGB
137, 73, 120
HSL
316, 30%, 41%
HSB
316, 47%, 54%
CMYK
0, 47, 12, 46
LAB
40, 33, -15
LCH
40, 36, 336
OKLCH
0.50, 0.11, 338
XYZ
16, 11, 19
LUV
40, 34, -25
HWB
316, 29%, 46%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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