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
FFBAF0
RGB
255, 186, 240
HSL
313, 100%, 86%
HSB
313, 27%, 100%
CMYK
0, 27, 6, 0
LAB
83, 32, -17
LCH
83, 36, 332
OKLCH
0.87, 0.10, 334
XYZ
75, 63, 91
LUV
83, 37, -32
HWB
313, 73%, 0%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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