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
8D7393
RGB
141, 115, 147
HSL
289, 13%, 51%
HSB
289, 22%, 58%
CMYK
4, 22, 0, 42
LAB
52, 15, -13
LCH
52, 20, 318
OKLCH
0.59, 0.06, 320
XYZ
22, 20, 30
LUV
52, 13, -22
HWB
289, 45%, 42%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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Dim Gray
#696969
Gray
#808080
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