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
0112A1
RGB
1, 18, 161
HSL
234, 99%, 32%
HSB
234, 99%, 63%
CMYK
99, 89, 0, 37
LAB
18, 43, -76
LCH
18, 87, 299
OKLCH
0.33, 0.21, 264
XYZ
7, 3, 34
LUV
18, -6, -70
HWB
234, 0%, 37%
Pantone
2685 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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