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
DAB3D2
RGB
218, 179, 210
HSL
312, 35%, 78%
HSB
312, 18%, 85%
CMYK
0, 18, 4, 15
LAB
77, 18, -10
LCH
77, 21, 331
OKLCH
0.81, 0.06, 333
XYZ
57, 52, 68
LUV
77, 21, -19
HWB
312, 70%, 15%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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