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
F0D1FF
RGB
240, 209, 255
HSL
280, 100%, 91%
HSB
280, 18%, 100%
CMYK
6, 18, 0, 0
LAB
88, 17, -18
LCH
88, 25, 313
OKLCH
0.90, 0.07, 315
XYZ
77, 71, 104
LUV
88, 14, -32
HWB
280, 82%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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