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
FFCDF8
RGB
255, 205, 248
HSL
308, 100%, 90%
HSB
308, 20%, 100%
CMYK
0, 20, 3, 0
LAB
88, 23, -14
LCH
88, 27, 329
OKLCH
0.90, 0.08, 331
XYZ
80, 72, 98
LUV
88, 26, -27
HWB
308, 80%, 0%
Pantone
4995 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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