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
96809A
RGB
150, 128, 154
HSL
291, 11%, 55%
HSB
291, 17%, 60%
CMYK
3, 17, 0, 40
LAB
56, 12, -11
LCH
56, 16, 319
OKLCH
0.63, 0.05, 321
XYZ
26, 24, 34
LUV
56, 11, -18
HWB
291, 50%, 40%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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