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
CD4AF8
RGB
205, 74, 248
HSL
285, 93%, 63%
HSB
285, 70%, 97%
CMYK
17, 70, 0, 3
LAB
56, 70, -63
LCH
56, 94, 318
OKLCH
0.66, 0.26, 316
XYZ
45, 25, 91
LUV
56, 45, -107
HWB
285, 29%, 3%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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