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
688FD8
RGB
104, 143, 216
HSL
219, 59%, 63%
HSB
219, 52%, 85%
CMYK
52, 34, 0, 15
LAB
59, 2, -42
LCH
59, 42, 273
OKLCH
0.65, 0.12, 262
XYZ
28, 28, 69
LUV
59, -19, -65
HWB
219, 41%, 15%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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