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
DAAFDA
RGB
218, 175, 218
HSL
300, 37%, 77%
HSB
300, 20%, 85%
CMYK
0, 20, 0, 15
LAB
76, 22, -16
LCH
76, 27, 324
OKLCH
0.81, 0.08, 326
XYZ
57, 51, 73
LUV
76, 22, -28
HWB
300, 69%, 15%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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