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
404169
RGB
64, 65, 105
HSL
239, 24%, 33%
HSB
239, 39%, 41%
CMYK
39, 38, 0, 59
LAB
29, 8, -24
LCH
29, 25, 288
OKLCH
0.39, 0.07, 282
XYZ
7, 6, 14
LUV
29, -3, -31
HWB
239, 25%, 59%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Prussian Blue
#003153
Charcoal
#36454F
Cobalt
#0047AB
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Midnight Blue
#191970
Eggplant
#614051
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