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
AF96AB
RGB
175, 150, 171
HSL
310, 14%, 64%
HSB
310, 14%, 69%
CMYK
0, 14, 2, 31
LAB
65, 12, -7
LCH
65, 14, 329
OKLCH
0.70, 0.04, 331
XYZ
36, 34, 43
LUV
65, 13, -13
HWB
310, 59%, 31%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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