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
BEA5BC
RGB
190, 165, 188
HSL
305, 16%, 70%
HSB
305, 13%, 75%
CMYK
0, 13, 1, 25
LAB
71, 12, -8
LCH
71, 15, 326
OKLCH
0.75, 0.04, 329
XYZ
44, 41, 53
LUV
71, 13, -15
HWB
305, 65%, 25%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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