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
D08DF7
RGB
208, 141, 247
HSL
278, 87%, 76%
HSB
278, 43%, 97%
CMYK
16, 43, 0, 3
LAB
69, 40, -43
LCH
69, 59, 313
OKLCH
0.75, 0.16, 312
XYZ
52, 39, 93
LUV
69, 27, -75
HWB
278, 55%, 3%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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