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
697394
RGB
105, 115, 148
HSL
226, 17%, 50%
HSB
226, 29%, 58%
CMYK
29, 22, 0, 42
LAB
49, 2, -19
LCH
49, 19, 276
OKLCH
0.56, 0.05, 272
XYZ
17, 17, 30
LUV
49, -7, -28
HWB
226, 41%, 42%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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