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
8B588E
RGB
139, 88, 142
HSL
297, 23%, 45%
HSB
297, 38%, 56%
CMYK
2, 38, 0, 44
LAB
45, 28, -21
LCH
45, 35, 323
OKLCH
0.54, 0.10, 325
XYZ
19, 14, 27
LUV
45, 24, -35
HWB
297, 35%, 44%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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