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
E196CB
RGB
225, 150, 203
HSL
318, 56%, 74%
HSB
318, 33%, 88%
CMYK
0, 33, 10, 12
LAB
71, 35, -15
LCH
71, 38, 336
OKLCH
0.76, 0.11, 338
XYZ
53, 42, 62
LUV
71, 41, -30
HWB
318, 59%, 12%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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