Bright pink is an engaging and vibrant color that is proven to trigger the release of adrenaline. It feels both energetic and dazzling. So how can we soften such a powerful color?

One way is to create monochromatic pastel palettes. To do this, increase the value of the hue and decrease its saturation.^[1] In the example, adding soft pink colors of varying intensity to the bright dragonfruit pink creates a calmer and more harmonious palette.