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
FFA2E5
RGB
255, 162, 229
HSL
317, 100%, 82%
HSB
317, 36%, 100%
CMYK
0, 36, 10, 0
LAB
78, 42, -19
LCH
78, 46, 336
OKLCH
0.83, 0.14, 338
XYZ
68, 53, 81
LUV
78, 51, -38
HWB
317, 64%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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