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
515CA3
RGB
81, 92, 163
HSL
232, 34%, 48%
HSB
232, 50%, 64%
CMYK
50, 44, 0, 36
LAB
41, 11, -40
LCH
41, 42, 286
OKLCH
0.50, 0.11, 275
XYZ
14, 12, 36
LUV
41, -8, -59
HWB
232, 32%, 36%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Cobalt
#0047AB
Sapphire
#0F52BA
Denim
#1560BD
Royal Blue
#4169E1
Iris
#5A4FCF
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Royal Purple
#7851A9
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