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
A2609C
RGB
162, 96, 156
HSL
305, 26%, 51%
HSB
305, 41%, 64%
CMYK
0, 41, 4, 36
LAB
50, 34, -21
LCH
50, 40, 328
OKLCH
0.58, 0.12, 330
XYZ
25, 18, 34
LUV
50, 33, -37
HWB
305, 38%, 36%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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