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
9B4E85
RGB
155, 78, 133
HSL
317, 33%, 46%
HSB
317, 50%, 61%
CMYK
0, 50, 14, 39
LAB
44, 38, -16
LCH
44, 41, 337
OKLCH
0.54, 0.12, 339
XYZ
20, 14, 24
LUV
44, 42, -29
HWB
317, 31%, 39%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Purple
#800080
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Amethyst
#9966CC
Eggplant
#614051
Orchid
#DA70D6
Cerise
#DE3163
Deep Pink
#FF1493
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