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
707AA3
RGB
112, 122, 163
HSL
228, 22%, 54%
HSB
228, 31%, 64%
CMYK
31, 25, 0, 36
LAB
52, 4, -23
LCH
52, 24, 279
OKLCH
0.59, 0.06, 274
XYZ
20, 20, 37
LUV
52, -7, -35
HWB
228, 44%, 36%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Steel Blue
#4682B4
Cornflower
#6495ED
Amethyst
#9966CC
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Lavender
#B57EDC
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