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
FDDCF8
RGB
253, 220, 248
HSL
309, 89%, 93%
HSB
309, 13%, 99%
CMYK
0, 13, 2, 1
LAB
91, 15, -9
LCH
91, 18, 329
OKLCH
0.93, 0.05, 331
XYZ
83, 79, 100
LUV
91, 17, -18
HWB
309, 86%, 1%
Pantone
White
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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