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
180D29
RGB
24, 13, 41
HSL
264, 52%, 11%
HSB
264, 68%, 16%
CMYK
41, 68, 0, 84
LAB
6, 11, -17
LCH
6, 20, 303
OKLCH
0.19, 0.06, 299
XYZ
1, 1, 2
LUV
6, 1, -10
HWB
264, 5%, 84%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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