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
FBD5FC
RGB
251, 213, 252
HSL
298, 87%, 91%
HSB
298, 15%, 99%
CMYK
0, 15, 0, 1
LAB
89, 19, -14
LCH
89, 23, 323
OKLCH
0.92, 0.07, 325
XYZ
81, 75, 102
LUV
89, 19, -26
HWB
298, 84%, 1%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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