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
ECD4EE
RGB
236, 212, 238
HSL
295, 43%, 88%
HSB
295, 11%, 93%
CMYK
1, 11, 0, 7
LAB
88, 12, -10
LCH
88, 15, 321
OKLCH
0.90, 0.04, 324
XYZ
74, 71, 91
LUV
88, 12, -17
HWB
295, 83%, 7%
Pantone
Cool Gray 1 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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