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
A5148E
RGB
165, 20, 142
HSL
310, 78%, 36%
HSB
310, 88%, 65%
CMYK
0, 88, 14, 35
LAB
39, 63, -30
LCH
39, 70, 334
OKLCH
0.50, 0.21, 336
XYZ
21, 10, 27
LUV
39, 62, -52
HWB
310, 8%, 35%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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