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
424262
RGB
66, 66, 98
HSL
240, 20%, 32%
HSB
240, 33%, 38%
CMYK
33, 33, 0, 62
LAB
29, 6, -19
LCH
29, 20, 288
OKLCH
0.39, 0.05, 284
XYZ
6, 6, 12
LUV
29, -2, -25
HWB
240, 26%, 62%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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#003153
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#36454F
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#0A1B2E
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#555555
Jet
#343434
Onyx
#3B3B3B
Eggplant
#614051
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