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
993D83
RGB
153, 61, 131
HSL
314, 43%, 42%
HSB
314, 60%, 60%
CMYK
0, 60, 14, 40
LAB
41, 45, -20
LCH
41, 50, 336
OKLCH
0.51, 0.15, 338
XYZ
19, 12, 23
LUV
41, 47, -36
HWB
314, 24%, 40%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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