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
130965
RGB
19, 9, 101
HSL
247, 84%, 22%
HSB
247, 91%, 40%
CMYK
81, 91, 0, 60
LAB
10, 31, -52
LCH
10, 60, 301
OKLCH
0.25, 0.15, 273
XYZ
3, 1, 12
LUV
10, -2, -36
HWB
247, 4%, 60%
Pantone
2685 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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