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
C8ACC2
RGB
200, 172, 194
HSL
313, 20%, 73%
HSB
313, 14%, 78%
CMYK
0, 14, 3, 22
LAB
73, 13, -7
LCH
73, 15, 331
OKLCH
0.78, 0.04, 333
XYZ
48, 46, 57
LUV
73, 15, -14
HWB
313, 67%, 22%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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