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
444262
RGB
68, 66, 98
HSL
244, 20%, 32%
HSB
244, 33%, 38%
CMYK
31, 33, 0, 62
LAB
29, 7, -19
LCH
29, 20, 291
OKLCH
0.40, 0.05, 287
XYZ
7, 6, 12
LUV
29, -1, -24
HWB
244, 26%, 62%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Prussian Blue
#003153
Charcoal
#36454F
Marina
#0A1B2E
Davy's Gray
#555555
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Onyx
#3B3B3B
Eggplant
#614051
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