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
AE85A5
RGB
174, 133, 165
HSL
313, 20%, 60%
HSB
313, 24%, 68%
CMYK
0, 24, 5, 32
LAB
60, 20, -11
LCH
60, 23, 332
OKLCH
0.67, 0.07, 334
XYZ
33, 28, 39
LUV
60, 22, -19
HWB
313, 52%, 32%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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