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
655D7D
RGB
101, 93, 125
HSL
255, 15%, 43%
HSB
255, 26%, 49%
CMYK
19, 26, 0, 51
LAB
41, 9, -17
LCH
41, 19, 297
OKLCH
0.50, 0.05, 296
XYZ
13, 12, 21
LUV
41, 2, -25
HWB
255, 36%, 51%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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