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
F2CFEE
RGB
242, 207, 238
HSL
307, 57%, 88%
HSB
307, 14%, 95%
CMYK
0, 14, 2, 5
LAB
87, 17, -11
LCH
87, 20, 328
OKLCH
0.89, 0.06, 330
XYZ
74, 70, 90
LUV
87, 18, -20
HWB
307, 81%, 5%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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