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
9A5296
RGB
154, 82, 150
HSL
303, 31%, 46%
HSB
303, 47%, 60%
CMYK
0, 47, 3, 40
LAB
46, 38, -24
LCH
46, 45, 327
OKLCH
0.55, 0.13, 329
XYZ
22, 15, 31
LUV
46, 35, -41
HWB
303, 32%, 40%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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