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
FFBAF4
RGB
255, 186, 244
HSL
310, 100%, 86%
HSB
310, 27%, 100%
CMYK
0, 27, 4, 0
LAB
83, 32, -19
LCH
83, 37, 330
OKLCH
0.87, 0.11, 332
XYZ
75, 63, 94
LUV
83, 36, -36
HWB
310, 73%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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