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
EEAFDD
RGB
238, 175, 221
HSL
316, 65%, 81%
HSB
316, 26%, 93%
CMYK
0, 26, 7, 7
LAB
79, 29, -14
LCH
79, 32, 335
OKLCH
0.83, 0.09, 337
XYZ
64, 54, 75
LUV
79, 34, -27
HWB
316, 69%, 7%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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