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
5070BA
RGB
80, 112, 186
HSL
222, 43%, 52%
HSB
222, 57%, 73%
CMYK
57, 40, 0, 27
LAB
47, 5, -43
LCH
47, 44, 277
OKLCH
0.56, 0.12, 265
XYZ
18, 17, 49
LUV
47, -16, -65
HWB
222, 31%, 27%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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