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
DE5ABA
RGB
222, 90, 186
HSL
316, 67%, 61%
HSB
316, 59%, 87%
CMYK
0, 59, 16, 13
LAB
59, 60, -25
LCH
59, 65, 338
OKLCH
0.67, 0.20, 340
XYZ
43, 26, 49
LUV
59, 71, -48
HWB
316, 35%, 13%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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