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
A2518D
RGB
162, 81, 141
HSL
316, 33%, 48%
HSB
316, 50%, 64%
CMYK
0, 50, 13, 36
LAB
46, 40, -18
LCH
46, 44, 336
OKLCH
0.55, 0.13, 338
XYZ
23, 15, 27
LUV
46, 43, -32
HWB
316, 32%, 36%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Amethyst
#9966CC
Purple
#800080
Orchid
#DA70D6
Eggplant
#614051
Cerise
#DE3163
Deep Pink
#FF1493
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