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
F4BDEC
RGB
244, 189, 236
HSL
309, 71%, 85%
HSB
309, 23%, 96%
CMYK
0, 23, 3, 4
LAB
83, 26, -15
LCH
83, 30, 329
OKLCH
0.86, 0.09, 331
XYZ
71, 62, 88
LUV
83, 29, -29
HWB
309, 74%, 4%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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