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
EBD0FF
RGB
235, 208, 255
HSL
274, 100%, 91%
HSB
274, 18%, 100%
CMYK
8, 18, 0, 0
LAB
87, 16, -19
LCH
87, 25, 309
OKLCH
0.89, 0.07, 311
XYZ
75, 70, 104
LUV
87, 12, -34
HWB
274, 82%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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