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
170F27
RGB
23, 15, 39
HSL
260, 44%, 11%
HSB
260, 62%, 15%
CMYK
41, 62, 0, 85
LAB
6, 9, -15
LCH
6, 17, 300
OKLCH
0.19, 0.05, 297
XYZ
1, 1, 2
LUV
6, 1, -9
HWB
260, 6%, 85%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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