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
C19EC7
RGB
193, 158, 199
HSL
291, 27%, 70%
HSB
291, 21%, 78%
CMYK
3, 21, 0, 22
LAB
69, 19, -16
LCH
69, 25, 319
OKLCH
0.74, 0.07, 321
XYZ
45, 40, 59
LUV
69, 17, -28
HWB
291, 62%, 22%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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