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
D14EDA
RGB
209, 78, 218
HSL
296, 65%, 58%
HSB
296, 64%, 85%
CMYK
4, 64, 0, 15
LAB
56, 65, -47
LCH
56, 80, 324
OKLCH
0.65, 0.23, 325
XYZ
42, 24, 69
LUV
56, 55, -82
HWB
296, 31%, 15%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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