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
AF48BD
RGB
175, 72, 189
HSL
293, 47%, 51%
HSB
293, 62%, 74%
CMYK
7, 62, 0, 26
LAB
49, 55, -42
LCH
49, 69, 322
OKLCH
0.58, 0.20, 323
XYZ
29, 17, 50
LUV
49, 42, -71
HWB
293, 28%, 26%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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