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
DD4EBD
RGB
221, 78, 189
HSL
313, 68%, 59%
HSB
313, 65%, 87%
CMYK
0, 65, 14, 13
LAB
57, 65, -29
LCH
57, 71, 336
OKLCH
0.65, 0.21, 338
XYZ
42, 24, 51
LUV
57, 73, -56
HWB
313, 31%, 13%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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