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
8A487B
RGB
138, 72, 123
HSL
314, 31%, 41%
HSB
314, 48%, 54%
CMYK
0, 48, 11, 46
LAB
40, 34, -16
LCH
40, 38, 334
OKLCH
0.50, 0.11, 336
XYZ
16, 11, 20
LUV
40, 34, -28
HWB
314, 28%, 46%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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