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
7199EC
RGB
113, 153, 236
HSL
220, 76%, 68%
HSB
220, 52%, 93%
CMYK
52, 35, 0, 7
LAB
63, 4, -47
LCH
63, 47, 275
OKLCH
0.69, 0.13, 264
XYZ
33, 32, 84
LUV
63, -20, -74
HWB
220, 44%, 7%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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