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
6988CD
RGB
105, 136, 205
HSL
221, 50%, 61%
HSB
221, 49%, 80%
CMYK
49, 34, 0, 20
LAB
57, 3, -40
LCH
57, 40, 275
OKLCH
0.63, 0.11, 265
XYZ
26, 25, 61
LUV
57, -16, -61
HWB
221, 41%, 20%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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