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
722CDB
RGB
114, 44, 219
HSL
264, 71%, 52%
HSB
264, 80%, 86%
CMYK
48, 80, 0, 14
LAB
38, 57, -78
LCH
38, 97, 306
OKLCH
0.50, 0.24, 294
XYZ
21, 10, 68
LUV
38, 9, -108
HWB
264, 17%, 14%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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