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
956C8D
RGB
149, 108, 141
HSL
312, 16%, 50%
HSB
312, 28%, 58%
CMYK
0, 28, 5, 42
LAB
51, 21, -11
LCH
51, 24, 331
OKLCH
0.58, 0.07, 333
XYZ
23, 19, 28
LUV
51, 22, -20
HWB
312, 42%, 42%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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