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
DB9EEB
RGB
219, 158, 235
HSL
288, 66%, 77%
HSB
288, 33%, 92%
CMYK
7, 33, 0, 8
LAB
73, 33, -30
LCH
73, 44, 318
OKLCH
0.78, 0.12, 319
XYZ
56, 46, 84
LUV
73, 28, -53
HWB
288, 62%, 8%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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