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
696CD8
RGB
105, 108, 216
HSL
238, 59%, 63%
HSB
238, 51%, 85%
CMYK
51, 50, 0, 15
LAB
50, 22, -57
LCH
50, 61, 291
OKLCH
0.58, 0.16, 279
XYZ
24, 19, 67
LUV
50, -7, -88
HWB
238, 41%, 15%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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