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
C492DD
RGB
196, 146, 221
HSL
280, 52%, 72%
HSB
280, 34%, 87%
CMYK
11, 34, 0, 13
LAB
67, 29, -31
LCH
67, 43, 313
OKLCH
0.73, 0.12, 314
XYZ
46, 38, 73
LUV
67, 22, -53
HWB
280, 57%, 13%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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