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
EE98D3
RGB
238, 152, 211
HSL
319, 72%, 76%
HSB
319, 36%, 93%
CMYK
0, 36, 11, 7
LAB
73, 39, -16
LCH
73, 42, 337
OKLCH
0.78, 0.13, 339
XYZ
58, 45, 67
LUV
73, 48, -33
HWB
319, 60%, 7%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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