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
1D0761
RGB
29, 7, 97
HSL
255, 87%, 20%
HSB
255, 93%, 38%
CMYK
70, 93, 0, 62
LAB
10, 32, -49
LCH
10, 58, 303
OKLCH
0.25, 0.14, 281
XYZ
3, 1, 11
LUV
10, 0, -35
HWB
255, 3%, 62%
Pantone
2685 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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