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
474266
RGB
71, 66, 102
HSL
248, 21%, 33%
HSB
248, 35%, 40%
CMYK
30, 35, 0, 60
LAB
30, 9, -21
LCH
30, 22, 294
OKLCH
0.40, 0.06, 290
XYZ
7, 6, 13
LUV
30, 0, -27
HWB
248, 26%, 60%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Prussian Blue
#003153
Charcoal
#36454F
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Midnight Blue
#191970
Marina
#0A1B2E
Eggplant
#614051
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