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
FFCDF7
RGB
255, 205, 247
HSL
310, 100%, 90%
HSB
310, 20%, 100%
CMYK
0, 20, 3, 0
LAB
88, 23, -14
LCH
88, 27, 330
OKLCH
0.90, 0.08, 332
XYZ
80, 72, 98
LUV
88, 26, -26
HWB
310, 80%, 0%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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