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
D242DA
RGB
210, 66, 218
HSL
297, 67%, 56%
HSB
297, 70%, 85%
CMYK
4, 70, 0, 15
LAB
55, 70, -49
LCH
55, 85, 325
OKLCH
0.64, 0.24, 326
XYZ
41, 23, 69
LUV
55, 59, -86
HWB
297, 26%, 15%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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