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
996BB8
RGB
153, 107, 184
HSL
276, 35%, 57%
HSB
276, 42%, 72%
CMYK
17, 42, 0, 28
LAB
52, 30, -34
LCH
52, 45, 311
OKLCH
0.61, 0.12, 311
XYZ
27, 21, 48
LUV
52, 18, -55
HWB
276, 42%, 28%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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