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
494E7B
RGB
73, 78, 123
HSL
234, 26%, 38%
HSB
234, 41%, 48%
CMYK
41, 37, 0, 52
LAB
34, 7, -27
LCH
34, 28, 285
OKLCH
0.44, 0.07, 278
XYZ
9, 8, 20
LUV
34, -5, -36
HWB
234, 29%, 52%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Prussian Blue
#003153
Cobalt
#0047AB
Iris
#5A4FCF
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Midnight Blue
#191970
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