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
FFBCFA
RGB
255, 188, 250
HSL
304, 100%, 87%
HSB
304, 26%, 100%
CMYK
0, 26, 2, 0
LAB
84, 32, -21
LCH
84, 38, 327
OKLCH
0.88, 0.11, 329
XYZ
76, 64, 99
LUV
84, 34, -39
HWB
304, 74%, 0%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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