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
707BBF
RGB
112, 123, 191
HSL
232, 38%, 59%
HSB
232, 41%, 75%
CMYK
41, 36, 0, 25
LAB
53, 9, -37
LCH
53, 39, 284
OKLCH
0.60, 0.10, 276
XYZ
23, 21, 52
LUV
53, -9, -58
HWB
232, 44%, 25%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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