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
E6AEEE
RGB
230, 174, 238
HSL
293, 65%, 81%
HSB
293, 27%, 93%
CMYK
3, 27, 0, 7
LAB
78, 29, -24
LCH
78, 38, 320
OKLCH
0.82, 0.11, 322
XYZ
63, 53, 88
LUV
78, 27, -43
HWB
293, 68%, 7%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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