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
6691EB
RGB
102, 145, 235
HSL
221, 77%, 66%
HSB
221, 57%, 92%
CMYK
57, 38, 0, 8
LAB
60, 5, -51
LCH
60, 51, 276
OKLCH
0.67, 0.14, 264
XYZ
31, 29, 83
LUV
60, -21, -80
HWB
221, 40%, 8%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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