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
E2CBE8
RGB
226, 203, 232
HSL
288, 39%, 85%
HSB
288, 13%, 91%
CMYK
3, 13, 0, 9
LAB
84, 12, -11
LCH
84, 17, 317
OKLCH
0.87, 0.05, 319
XYZ
67, 65, 85
LUV
84, 11, -20
HWB
288, 80%, 9%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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