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
DD3FD0
RGB
221, 63, 208
HSL
305, 70%, 56%
HSB
305, 71%, 87%
CMYK
0, 71, 6, 13
LAB
56, 72, -42
LCH
56, 83, 330
OKLCH
0.65, 0.24, 332
XYZ
43, 23, 62
LUV
56, 71, -76
HWB
305, 25%, 13%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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