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
EAB4E2
RGB
234, 180, 226
HSL
309, 56%, 81%
HSB
309, 23%, 92%
CMYK
0, 23, 3, 8
LAB
79, 26, -15
LCH
79, 30, 329
OKLCH
0.83, 0.09, 331
XYZ
64, 56, 79
LUV
79, 28, -29
HWB
309, 71%, 8%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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