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
FCD5FA
RGB
252, 213, 250
HSL
303, 87%, 91%
HSB
303, 15%, 99%
CMYK
0, 15, 1, 1
LAB
89, 19, -13
LCH
89, 23, 325
OKLCH
0.92, 0.06, 328
XYZ
81, 75, 101
LUV
89, 20, -24
HWB
303, 84%, 1%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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