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
D0AED2
RGB
208, 174, 210
HSL
297, 29%, 75%
HSB
297, 17%, 82%
CMYK
1, 17, 0, 18
LAB
75, 17, -13
LCH
75, 22, 322
OKLCH
0.79, 0.06, 324
XYZ
53, 48, 68
LUV
75, 17, -24
HWB
297, 68%, 18%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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