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
B390A9
RGB
179, 144, 169
HSL
317, 19%, 63%
HSB
317, 20%, 70%
CMYK
0, 20, 6, 30
LAB
64, 17, -8
LCH
64, 19, 335
OKLCH
0.69, 0.05, 337
XYZ
36, 32, 42
LUV
64, 19, -15
HWB
317, 56%, 30%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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