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
A06BA2
RGB
160, 107, 162
HSL
298, 23%, 53%
HSB
298, 34%, 64%
CMYK
1, 34, 0, 36
LAB
52, 29, -21
LCH
52, 35, 324
OKLCH
0.60, 0.10, 326
XYZ
26, 21, 37
LUV
52, 26, -36
HWB
298, 42%, 36%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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