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
8D6F93
RGB
141, 111, 147
HSL
290, 14%, 51%
HSB
290, 24%, 58%
CMYK
4, 24, 0, 42
LAB
51, 17, -15
LCH
51, 23, 319
OKLCH
0.58, 0.06, 321
XYZ
22, 19, 30
LUV
51, 14, -24
HWB
290, 44%, 42%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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