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
7036D0
RGB
112, 54, 208
HSL
263, 62%, 51%
HSB
263, 74%, 82%
CMYK
46, 74, 0, 18
LAB
38, 50, -71
LCH
38, 87, 305
OKLCH
0.50, 0.22, 294
XYZ
19, 11, 61
LUV
38, 8, -100
HWB
263, 21%, 18%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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