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
705E87
RGB
112, 94, 135
HSL
266, 18%, 45%
HSB
266, 30%, 53%
CMYK
17, 30, 0, 47
LAB
43, 14, -20
LCH
43, 25, 305
OKLCH
0.52, 0.07, 304
XYZ
15, 13, 25
LUV
43, 7, -30
HWB
266, 37%, 47%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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