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
BCA5BB
RGB
188, 165, 187
HSL
303, 15%, 69%
HSB
303, 12%, 74%
CMYK
0, 12, 1, 26
LAB
70, 12, -8
LCH
70, 14, 325
OKLCH
0.75, 0.04, 327
XYZ
43, 41, 53
LUV
70, 12, -14
HWB
303, 65%, 26%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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