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
E296E8
RGB
226, 150, 232
HSL
296, 64%, 75%
HSB
296, 35%, 91%
CMYK
3, 35, 0, 9
LAB
72, 39, -30
LCH
72, 49, 323
OKLCH
0.78, 0.14, 324
XYZ
57, 44, 82
LUV
72, 37, -54
HWB
296, 59%, 9%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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