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
F89EFE
RGB
248, 158, 254
HSL
296, 98%, 81%
HSB
296, 38%, 100%
CMYK
2, 38, 0, 0
LAB
77, 45, -34
LCH
77, 56, 323
OKLCH
0.82, 0.16, 325
XYZ
69, 52, 100
LUV
77, 43, -62
HWB
296, 62%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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