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
D59BED
RGB
213, 155, 237
HSL
282, 69%, 77%
HSB
282, 35%, 93%
CMYK
10, 35, 0, 7
LAB
72, 33, -33
LCH
72, 46, 315
OKLCH
0.77, 0.13, 316
XYZ
54, 44, 86
LUV
72, 26, -58
HWB
282, 61%, 7%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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