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
EACAFF
RGB
234, 202, 255
HSL
276, 100%, 90%
HSB
276, 21%, 100%
CMYK
8, 21, 0, 0
LAB
85, 19, -22
LCH
85, 29, 311
OKLCH
0.88, 0.08, 312
XYZ
73, 67, 104
LUV
85, 14, -38
HWB
276, 79%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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