5 shades of pink - which one is your favorite?

When you think feminine colors, pink will most likely be in the top three. Pink is associated with the sweetness of candy or the romance of flowers on a sunny spring day and mainly reflects the delicate girlie side of the color spectrum. In contrary to the its ‘neighboring color’ red for instance, which is more linked to seductiveness. Within the color range of pinks, there’s plenty to explore, because like many other color groups, pink also consists of a series of contrasts; from baby pink to a dusty aged pink and eye-catching fuchsia. Are you curious about the different shades of pink? Quickly learn more below. 

1. Pale pink

Pale pink is the gentlest in the family of pinks and the delicateness of it evokes a feel of softness. This lighter than light shade feels calming and works well for Summer color types – discover your color type here. Trade your white basic top for a pale pink version and team with dark pink for depth. Tip: team pale pink with dark red, grey and of course good old denim. This season, pale pink with a grey undertone has our preference. So stylish! 

2. Soft pink

Soft pink bridges the gap between pale pink and dark pink shades. This color range offers a deeper saturation than the lighter group of pinks. Within this group, you’ll also find apricot, peach and coral pink that are mixed with tones of yellow or red. Soft pinks and pale pinks mix really well together, but also team with (light blue) denim, earthy tones - like brown and khaki green - and white. 

3. Dark pink

Dark pink and bright pink offer a certain harshness that is great for Winter color types. Dark pink shades - including terracotta pink - go well with earthy tones, blues and greys, because of their softening effect, and teaming with other pink colors creates tonal harmony. These types of pink are often combined with trusty blue denim as well. Are you looking for more contrast? Team dark shades of pink with clashing tones - like orange - for a modern color block effect. 

4. Fuchsia/magenta

Fuchsia and Magenta are characterized by a purplish undertone and balances somewhere in between red and violet. Both colors often categorize under the joined name dark pink, but we think they’re worth mentioning separately. Fuchsia and magenta represent sensuality, are extremely feminine and go exceptionally well with beautiful sun-kissed skin. Team fuchsia and magenta with pale pink for a softer approach. And again, you can always fall back on denim, earth tones and dark blue.

5. Aged pink

Aged pink is quickly associated with a retro style, which is emphasized by the orange undertone. It’s quite a neutral hue to start with, while still offering color. Aged pink goes well with earth tones, like dark brown and dark green, and neutrals like off-white, beige, greys, black, white and denim. For those who feel that pink is usually too sugary for their liking, aged pink is a good alternative because of its more toned down appeal.

Shop the look

Pink remains to be favorite among stylists and is always combined in many different ways. Get inspired by our pink Shop de Looks - the possibilities are endless. Take a look at our selection below.