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
9155A1
RGB
145, 85, 161
HSL
287, 31%, 48%
HSB
287, 47%, 63%
CMYK
10, 47, 0, 37
LAB
46, 35, -31
LCH
46, 47, 318
OKLCH
0.55, 0.13, 319
XYZ
21, 15, 35
LUV
46, 26, -50
HWB
287, 33%, 37%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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