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
F5CEEA
RGB
245, 206, 234
HSL
317, 66%, 88%
HSB
317, 16%, 96%
CMYK
0, 16, 4, 4
LAB
87, 18, -8
LCH
87, 19, 334
OKLCH
0.89, 0.06, 336
XYZ
75, 69, 87
LUV
87, 21, -17
HWB
317, 81%, 4%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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