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
706FC6
RGB
112, 111, 198
HSL
241, 43%, 61%
HSB
241, 44%, 78%
CMYK
43, 44, 0, 22
LAB
50, 18, -46
LCH
50, 49, 291
OKLCH
0.58, 0.13, 282
XYZ
23, 19, 56
LUV
50, -5, -71
HWB
241, 44%, 22%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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