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
FAD8FE
RGB
250, 216, 254
HSL
294, 95%, 92%
HSB
294, 15%, 100%
CMYK
2, 15, 0, 0
LAB
90, 17, -14
LCH
90, 22, 321
OKLCH
0.92, 0.06, 323
XYZ
82, 77, 104
LUV
90, 17, -25
HWB
294, 85%, 0%
Pantone
White
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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