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
F0C7FF
RGB
240, 199, 255
HSL
284, 100%, 89%
HSB
284, 22%, 100%
CMYK
6, 22, 0, 0
LAB
85, 22, -22
LCH
85, 31, 315
OKLCH
0.88, 0.09, 317
XYZ
74, 67, 104
LUV
85, 19, -39
HWB
284, 78%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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