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
526688
RGB
82, 102, 136
HSL
218, 25%, 43%
HSB
218, 40%, 53%
CMYK
40, 25, 0, 47
LAB
43, -1, -22
LCH
43, 22, 268
OKLCH
0.51, 0.06, 261
XYZ
13, 13, 25
LUV
43, -11, -30
HWB
218, 32%, 47%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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