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
DF7ECC
RGB
223, 126, 204
HSL
312, 60%, 68%
HSB
312, 43%, 87%
CMYK
0, 43, 9, 13
LAB
66, 46, -24
LCH
66, 52, 333
OKLCH
0.72, 0.15, 335
XYZ
49, 35, 61
LUV
66, 51, -45
HWB
312, 49%, 13%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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