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
7157DF
RGB
113, 87, 223
HSL
251, 68%, 61%
HSB
251, 61%, 87%
CMYK
49, 61, 0, 13
LAB
46, 37, -67
LCH
46, 77, 299
OKLCH
0.56, 0.20, 287
XYZ
24, 16, 72
LUV
46, 1, -101
HWB
251, 34%, 13%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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