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
CEBADA
RGB
206, 186, 218
HSL
278, 30%, 79%
HSB
278, 15%, 85%
CMYK
6, 15, 0, 15
LAB
78, 12, -13
LCH
78, 18, 311
OKLCH
0.82, 0.05, 313
XYZ
56, 53, 74
LUV
78, 9, -23
HWB
278, 73%, 15%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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