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
F8D7EC
RGB
248, 215, 236
HSL
322, 70%, 91%
HSB
322, 13%, 97%
CMYK
0, 13, 5, 3
LAB
89, 14, -6
LCH
89, 16, 338
OKLCH
0.91, 0.05, 340
XYZ
78, 75, 90
LUV
89, 18, -12
HWB
322, 84%, 3%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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