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
EED3FF
RGB
238, 211, 255
HSL
277, 100%, 91%
HSB
277, 17%, 100%
CMYK
7, 17, 0, 0
LAB
88, 16, -18
LCH
88, 24, 311
OKLCH
0.90, 0.07, 312
XYZ
77, 72, 104
LUV
88, 12, -31
HWB
277, 83%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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