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
555FA2
RGB
85, 95, 162
HSL
232, 31%, 48%
HSB
232, 48%, 64%
CMYK
48, 41, 0, 36
LAB
42, 10, -38
LCH
42, 40, 285
OKLCH
0.51, 0.11, 276
XYZ
14, 13, 36
LUV
42, -8, -56
HWB
232, 33%, 36%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Sapphire
#0F52BA
Denim
#1560BD
Royal Blue
#4169E1
Cobalt
#0047AB
Iris
#5A4FCF
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Royal Purple
#7851A9
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