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
513BE9
RGB
81, 59, 233
HSL
248, 80%, 57%
HSB
248, 75%, 91%
CMYK
65, 75, 0, 9
LAB
38, 49, -86
LCH
38, 99, 299
OKLCH
0.50, 0.25, 279
XYZ
20, 11, 78
LUV
38, -4, -115
HWB
248, 23%, 9%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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