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
BEA6BB
RGB
190, 166, 187
HSL
308, 16%, 70%
HSB
308, 13%, 75%
CMYK
0, 13, 2, 25
LAB
71, 12, -7
LCH
71, 14, 328
OKLCH
0.75, 0.04, 330
XYZ
44, 42, 53
LUV
71, 13, -13
HWB
308, 65%, 25%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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