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
C028C3
RGB
192, 40, 195
HSL
299, 66%, 46%
HSB
299, 79%, 76%
CMYK
2, 79, 0, 24
LAB
48, 70, -47
LCH
48, 85, 326
OKLCH
0.58, 0.24, 327
XYZ
32, 17, 53
LUV
48, 59, -80
HWB
299, 16%, 24%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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