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
1D002E
RGB
29, 0, 46
HSL
278, 100%, 9%
HSB
278, 100%, 18%
CMYK
37, 100, 0, 82
LAB
4, 20, -23
LCH
4, 31, 311
OKLCH
0.18, 0.09, 310
XYZ
1, 0, 3
LUV
4, 3, -11
HWB
278, 0%, 82%
Pantone
5395 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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