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
FFACFD
RGB
255, 172, 253
HSL
301, 100%, 84%
HSB
301, 33%, 100%
CMYK
0, 33, 1, 0
LAB
81, 40, -28
LCH
81, 49, 326
OKLCH
0.85, 0.14, 328
XYZ
74, 58, 100
LUV
81, 41, -51
HWB
301, 67%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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