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
CBA4E2
RGB
203, 164, 226
HSL
278, 52%, 76%
HSB
278, 27%, 89%
CMYK
10, 27, 0, 11
LAB
73, 23, -26
LCH
73, 35, 312
OKLCH
0.77, 0.10, 313
XYZ
52, 45, 78
LUV
73, 17, -45
HWB
278, 64%, 11%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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