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
707DA2
RGB
112, 125, 162
HSL
224, 21%, 54%
HSB
224, 31%, 64%
CMYK
31, 23, 0, 36
LAB
52, 2, -22
LCH
52, 22, 275
OKLCH
0.59, 0.06, 270
XYZ
21, 21, 37
LUV
52, -8, -32
HWB
224, 44%, 36%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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