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
7048D7
RGB
112, 72, 215
HSL
257, 64%, 56%
HSB
257, 67%, 84%
CMYK
48, 67, 0, 16
LAB
42, 43, -69
LCH
42, 81, 302
OKLCH
0.53, 0.21, 290
XYZ
21, 13, 66
LUV
42, 4, -101
HWB
257, 28%, 16%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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