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
131E43
RGB
19, 30, 67
HSL
226, 56%, 17%
HSB
226, 72%, 26%
CMYK
72, 55, 0, 74
LAB
12, 6, -25
LCH
12, 26, 284
OKLCH
0.25, 0.07, 268
XYZ
2, 1, 6
LUV
12, -4, -22
HWB
226, 7%, 74%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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