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
942078
RGB
148, 32, 120
HSL
314, 64%, 35%
HSB
314, 78%, 58%
CMYK
0, 78, 19, 42
LAB
36, 54, -22
LCH
36, 58, 338
OKLCH
0.47, 0.18, 340
XYZ
16, 9, 19
LUV
36, 56, -38
HWB
314, 13%, 42%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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