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
EC6EFE
RGB
236, 110, 254
HSL
293, 99%, 71%
HSB
293, 57%, 100%
CMYK
7, 57, 0, 0
LAB
66, 64, -50
LCH
66, 81, 322
OKLCH
0.74, 0.23, 322
XYZ
58, 36, 98
LUV
66, 54, -90
HWB
293, 43%, 0%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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