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
714DA2
RGB
113, 77, 162
HSL
265, 36%, 47%
HSB
265, 52%, 64%
CMYK
30, 52, 0, 36
LAB
40, 29, -41
LCH
40, 50, 306
OKLCH
0.50, 0.13, 301
XYZ
16, 11, 36
LUV
40, 10, -61
HWB
265, 30%, 36%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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