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
9E4E90
RGB
158, 78, 144
HSL
311, 34%, 46%
HSB
311, 51%, 62%
CMYK
0, 51, 9, 38
LAB
45, 41, -21
LCH
45, 46, 332
OKLCH
0.55, 0.14, 334
XYZ
22, 15, 28
LUV
45, 41, -37
HWB
311, 31%, 38%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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