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
667DD9
RGB
102, 125, 217
HSL
228, 60%, 63%
HSB
228, 53%, 85%
CMYK
53, 42, 0, 15
LAB
54, 12, -51
LCH
54, 52, 283
OKLCH
0.61, 0.14, 271
XYZ
25, 23, 69
LUV
54, -14, -79
HWB
228, 40%, 15%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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