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
89758F
RGB
137, 117, 143
HSL
286, 10%, 51%
HSB
286, 18%, 56%
CMYK
4, 18, 0, 44
LAB
52, 12, -11
LCH
52, 16, 316
OKLCH
0.59, 0.05, 318
XYZ
22, 20, 29
LUV
52, 10, -18
HWB
286, 46%, 44%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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