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
ECBFE6
RGB
236, 191, 230
HSL
308, 54%, 84%
HSB
308, 19%, 93%
CMYK
0, 19, 3, 7
LAB
82, 21, -13
LCH
82, 25, 328
OKLCH
0.86, 0.07, 331
XYZ
68, 61, 83
LUV
82, 23, -25
HWB
308, 75%, 7%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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