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
596BD9
RGB
89, 107, 217
HSL
232, 63%, 60%
HSB
232, 59%, 85%
CMYK
59, 51, 0, 15
LAB
48, 19, -60
LCH
48, 63, 288
OKLCH
0.57, 0.17, 273
XYZ
22, 18, 68
LUV
48, -12, -91
HWB
232, 35%, 15%
Pantone
534 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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Denim
#1560BD
Royal Blue
#4169E1
Azure
#007FFF
Cornflower
#6495ED
Iris
#5A4FCF
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Ultramarine
#4166F5
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