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
B335CE
RGB
179, 53, 206
HSL
289, 61%, 51%
HSB
289, 74%, 81%
CMYK
13, 74, 0, 19
LAB
47, 65, -54
LCH
47, 85, 320
OKLCH
0.58, 0.23, 320
XYZ
31, 17, 60
LUV
47, 44, -88
HWB
289, 21%, 19%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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