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
8D718B
RGB
141, 113, 139
HSL
304, 11%, 50%
HSB
304, 20%, 55%
CMYK
0, 20, 1, 45
LAB
51, 15, -10
LCH
51, 18, 326
OKLCH
0.58, 0.05, 329
XYZ
22, 19, 27
LUV
51, 14, -17
HWB
304, 44%, 45%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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