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
DFBFDD
RGB
223, 191, 221
HSL
304, 33%, 81%
HSB
304, 14%, 87%
CMYK
0, 14, 1, 13
LAB
81, 16, -11
LCH
81, 19, 326
OKLCH
0.84, 0.05, 328
XYZ
62, 58, 76
LUV
81, 16, -19
HWB
304, 75%, 13%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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