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
45486F
RGB
69, 72, 111
HSL
236, 23%, 35%
HSB
236, 38%, 44%
CMYK
38, 35, 0, 56
LAB
32, 7, -23
LCH
32, 24, 286
OKLCH
0.42, 0.06, 280
XYZ
8, 7, 16
LUV
32, -3, -31
HWB
236, 27%, 56%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Prussian Blue
#003153
Charcoal
#36454F
Cobalt
#0047AB
Iris
#5A4FCF
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Midnight Blue
#191970
Eggplant
#614051
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