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
F2CBE6
RGB
242, 203, 230
HSL
318, 60%, 87%
HSB
318, 16%, 95%
CMYK
0, 16, 5, 5
LAB
86, 17, -8
LCH
86, 19, 335
OKLCH
0.88, 0.06, 337
XYZ
72, 67, 84
LUV
86, 21, -16
HWB
318, 80%, 5%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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