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
EABAE3
RGB
234, 186, 227
HSL
309, 53%, 82%
HSB
309, 21%, 92%
CMYK
0, 21, 3, 8
LAB
81, 23, -14
LCH
81, 27, 329
OKLCH
0.84, 0.08, 331
XYZ
65, 58, 80
LUV
81, 25, -26
HWB
309, 73%, 8%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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