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
8A4B77
RGB
138, 75, 119
HSL
318, 30%, 42%
HSB
318, 46%, 54%
CMYK
0, 46, 14, 46
LAB
41, 32, -13
LCH
41, 34, 338
OKLCH
0.50, 0.10, 340
XYZ
16, 12, 19
LUV
41, 34, -23
HWB
318, 29%, 46%
Pantone
208 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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