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
AF9DBD
RGB
175, 157, 189
HSL
274, 20%, 68%
HSB
274, 17%, 74%
CMYK
7, 17, 0, 26
LAB
67, 11, -14
LCH
67, 18, 309
OKLCH
0.72, 0.05, 310
XYZ
39, 37, 53
LUV
67, 8, -23
HWB
274, 62%, 26%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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