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
688EF3
RGB
104, 142, 243
HSL
224, 85%, 68%
HSB
224, 57%, 95%
CMYK
57, 42, 0, 5
LAB
60, 9, -56
LCH
60, 57, 279
OKLCH
0.67, 0.16, 267
XYZ
32, 29, 89
LUV
60, -19, -88
HWB
224, 41%, 5%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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