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
B598CB
RGB
181, 152, 203
HSL
274, 33%, 70%
HSB
274, 25%, 80%
CMYK
11, 25, 0, 20
LAB
67, 18, -22
LCH
67, 29, 309
OKLCH
0.72, 0.08, 310
XYZ
41, 37, 61
LUV
67, 12, -37
HWB
274, 60%, 20%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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