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
E28CD5
RGB
226, 140, 213
HSL
309, 60%, 72%
HSB
309, 38%, 89%
CMYK
0, 38, 6, 11
LAB
69, 41, -23
LCH
69, 48, 330
OKLCH
0.75, 0.14, 332
XYZ
53, 40, 68
LUV
69, 45, -44
HWB
309, 55%, 11%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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