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
B329DF
RGB
179, 41, 223
HSL
285, 74%, 52%
HSB
285, 82%, 87%
CMYK
20, 82, 0, 13
LAB
47, 71, -64
LCH
47, 96, 318
OKLCH
0.58, 0.26, 316
XYZ
33, 16, 71
LUV
47, 41, -103
HWB
285, 16%, 13%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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