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
C666DC
RGB
198, 102, 220
HSL
289, 63%, 63%
HSB
289, 54%, 86%
CMYK
10, 54, 0, 14
LAB
58, 52, -44
LCH
58, 68, 319
OKLCH
0.67, 0.19, 320
XYZ
41, 27, 71
LUV
58, 40, -77
HWB
289, 40%, 14%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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