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
557BBE
RGB
85, 123, 190
HSL
218, 45%, 54%
HSB
218, 55%, 75%
CMYK
55, 35, 0, 25
LAB
51, 2, -40
LCH
51, 40, 272
OKLCH
0.58, 0.11, 261
XYZ
20, 20, 51
LUV
51, -18, -60
HWB
218, 33%, 25%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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