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
EBB4E8
RGB
235, 180, 232
HSL
303, 58%, 81%
HSB
303, 23%, 92%
CMYK
0, 23, 1, 8
LAB
80, 27, -18
LCH
80, 32, 326
OKLCH
0.84, 0.09, 328
XYZ
65, 56, 84
LUV
80, 28, -33
HWB
303, 71%, 8%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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