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
7175CE
RGB
113, 117, 206
HSL
237, 49%, 63%
HSB
237, 45%, 81%
CMYK
45, 43, 0, 19
LAB
52, 16, -47
LCH
52, 50, 289
OKLCH
0.60, 0.13, 280
XYZ
24, 21, 61
LUV
52, -7, -74
HWB
237, 44%, 19%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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