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
B176DA
RGB
177, 118, 218
HSL
275, 57%, 66%
HSB
275, 46%, 85%
CMYK
19, 46, 0, 15
LAB
59, 37, -43
LCH
59, 57, 311
OKLCH
0.67, 0.15, 310
XYZ
37, 27, 70
LUV
59, 22, -72
HWB
275, 46%, 15%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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