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
9A809E
RGB
154, 128, 158
HSL
292, 13%, 56%
HSB
292, 19%, 62%
CMYK
3, 19, 0, 38
LAB
57, 14, -12
LCH
57, 19, 320
OKLCH
0.63, 0.05, 322
XYZ
27, 25, 36
LUV
57, 13, -20
HWB
292, 50%, 38%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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