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
EEC4F2
RGB
238, 196, 242
HSL
295, 64%, 86%
HSB
295, 19%, 95%
CMYK
2, 19, 0, 5
LAB
84, 21, -17
LCH
84, 27, 321
OKLCH
0.87, 0.08, 323
XYZ
71, 64, 93
LUV
84, 21, -31
HWB
295, 77%, 5%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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