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
C95DEC
RGB
201, 93, 236
HSL
285, 79%, 65%
HSB
285, 61%, 93%
CMYK
15, 61, 0, 7
LAB
58, 59, -54
LCH
58, 80, 318
OKLCH
0.67, 0.22, 317
XYZ
43, 26, 82
LUV
58, 41, -92
HWB
285, 36%, 7%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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