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
AC5FD2
RGB
172, 95, 210
HSL
280, 56%, 60%
HSB
280, 55%, 82%
CMYK
18, 55, 0, 18
LAB
53, 46, -47
LCH
53, 66, 314
OKLCH
0.62, 0.18, 313
XYZ
33, 22, 63
LUV
53, 29, -78
HWB
280, 37%, 18%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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