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
F8A0F0
RGB
248, 160, 240
HSL
305, 86%, 80%
HSB
305, 35%, 97%
CMYK
0, 35, 3, 3
LAB
77, 42, -26
LCH
77, 50, 328
OKLCH
0.82, 0.14, 330
XYZ
67, 51, 89
LUV
77, 45, -49
HWB
305, 63%, 3%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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