Psychology
Historically the rarest pigment to produce, purple still carries an undertone of luxury and the unusual. Creative, spiritual, and slightly otherworldly without being cold.
Meaning
Royalty, magic, ambition, and high-end indulgence. Brighter violets feel youthful and playful; deeper plums feel ceremonial and premium.
Applications
Ideal for beauty, wellness, creative tools, and entertainment. Pair with gold or warm white for a luxury read.
Conversion
HEX
00185D
RGB
0, 24, 93
HSL
225, 100%, 18%
HSB
225, 100%, 36%
CMYK
100, 74, 0, 64
LAB
11, 17, -44
LCH
11, 48, 291
OKLCH
0.25, 0.13, 263
XYZ
2, 1, 11
LUV
11, -5, -35
HWB
225, 0%, 64%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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