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
FDDCF3
RGB
253, 220, 243
HSL
318, 89%, 93%
HSB
318, 13%, 99%
CMYK
0, 13, 4, 1
LAB
91, 15, -7
LCH
91, 16, 335
OKLCH
0.93, 0.05, 337
XYZ
82, 79, 96
LUV
91, 18, -14
HWB
318, 86%, 1%
Pantone
White
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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