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
9B5ABC
RGB
155, 90, 188
HSL
280, 42%, 55%
HSB
280, 52%, 74%
CMYK
18, 52, 0, 26
LAB
49, 40, -41
LCH
49, 58, 314
OKLCH
0.58, 0.16, 313
XYZ
26, 18, 50
LUV
49, 25, -67
HWB
280, 35%, 26%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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