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
D2BBD3
RGB
210, 187, 211
HSL
298, 21%, 78%
HSB
298, 11%, 83%
CMYK
0, 11, 0, 17
LAB
78, 12, -9
LCH
78, 15, 322
OKLCH
0.82, 0.04, 325
XYZ
56, 54, 69
LUV
78, 12, -16
HWB
298, 73%, 17%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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