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
DB74CD
RGB
219, 116, 205
HSL
308, 59%, 66%
HSB
308, 47%, 86%
CMYK
0, 47, 6, 14
LAB
63, 50, -28
LCH
63, 57, 330
OKLCH
0.70, 0.17, 332
XYZ
46, 32, 61
LUV
63, 53, -52
HWB
308, 45%, 14%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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