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
A06D95
RGB
160, 109, 149
HSL
313, 21%, 53%
HSB
313, 32%, 63%
CMYK
0, 32, 7, 37
LAB
53, 26, -13
LCH
53, 29, 333
OKLCH
0.60, 0.08, 335
XYZ
25, 21, 31
LUV
53, 27, -24
HWB
313, 43%, 37%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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