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
C35CBC
RGB
195, 92, 188
HSL
304, 46%, 56%
HSB
304, 53%, 76%
CMYK
0, 53, 4, 24
LAB
55, 51, -32
LCH
55, 60, 328
OKLCH
0.63, 0.18, 330
XYZ
35, 23, 50
LUV
55, 50, -56
HWB
304, 36%, 24%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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