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
FCD9F5
RGB
252, 217, 245
HSL
312, 85%, 92%
HSB
312, 14%, 99%
CMYK
0, 14, 3, 1
LAB
90, 16, -9
LCH
90, 18, 331
OKLCH
0.92, 0.05, 333
XYZ
81, 77, 97
LUV
90, 18, -17
HWB
312, 85%, 1%
Pantone
White
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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