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
F2DAFB
RGB
242, 218, 251
HSL
284, 80%, 92%
HSB
284, 13%, 98%
CMYK
4, 13, 0, 2
LAB
90, 13, -13
LCH
90, 18, 315
OKLCH
0.92, 0.05, 317
XYZ
79, 76, 102
LUV
90, 11, -23
HWB
284, 85%, 2%
Pantone
White
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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