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
48587E
RGB
72, 88, 126
HSL
222, 27%, 39%
HSB
222, 43%, 49%
CMYK
43, 30, 0, 51
LAB
37, 2, -24
LCH
37, 24, 274
OKLCH
0.46, 0.07, 266
XYZ
10, 10, 21
LUV
37, -9, -33
HWB
222, 28%, 51%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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Cobalt
#0047AB
Sapphire
#0F52BA
Denim
#1560BD
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Iris
#5A4FCF
Charcoal
#36454F
Royal Purple
#7851A9
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