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
CC86F0
RGB
204, 134, 240
HSL
280, 78%, 73%
HSB
280, 44%, 94%
CMYK
15, 44, 0, 6
LAB
66, 41, -43
LCH
66, 60, 314
OKLCH
0.73, 0.16, 313
XYZ
49, 36, 87
LUV
66, 28, -74
HWB
280, 53%, 6%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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