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
FFDDFA
RGB
255, 221, 250
HSL
309, 100%, 93%
HSB
309, 13%, 100%
CMYK
0, 13, 2, 0
LAB
92, 16, -10
LCH
92, 18, 329
OKLCH
0.93, 0.05, 331
XYZ
84, 80, 101
LUV
92, 18, -18
HWB
309, 87%, 0%
Pantone
White
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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