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
FFCCF6
RGB
255, 204, 246
HSL
311, 100%, 90%
HSB
311, 20%, 100%
CMYK
0, 20, 4, 0
LAB
88, 24, -14
LCH
88, 27, 330
OKLCH
0.90, 0.08, 332
XYZ
79, 71, 97
LUV
88, 27, -26
HWB
311, 80%, 0%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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