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
B260DF
RGB
178, 96, 223
HSL
279, 66%, 63%
HSB
279, 57%, 87%
CMYK
20, 57, 0, 13
LAB
55, 50, -52
LCH
55, 72, 314
OKLCH
0.64, 0.20, 312
XYZ
36, 23, 72
LUV
55, 29, -86
HWB
279, 38%, 13%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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