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
DFBCD8
RGB
223, 188, 216
HSL
312, 35%, 81%
HSB
312, 16%, 87%
CMYK
0, 16, 3, 13
LAB
80, 16, -9
LCH
80, 19, 331
OKLCH
0.83, 0.05, 333
XYZ
61, 57, 73
LUV
80, 18, -17
HWB
312, 74%, 13%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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