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
4B648D
RGB
75, 100, 141
HSL
217, 31%, 42%
HSB
217, 47%, 55%
CMYK
47, 29, 0, 45
LAB
42, -1, -26
LCH
42, 26, 269
OKLCH
0.50, 0.07, 260
XYZ
12, 13, 27
LUV
42, -13, -36
HWB
217, 29%, 45%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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Iris
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