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
F8D3EF
RGB
248, 211, 239
HSL
315, 73%, 90%
HSB
315, 15%, 97%
CMYK
0, 15, 4, 3
LAB
88, 17, -9
LCH
88, 19, 332
OKLCH
0.91, 0.05, 335
XYZ
78, 73, 92
LUV
88, 20, -17
HWB
315, 83%, 3%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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