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
726CB2
RGB
114, 108, 178
HSL
245, 31%, 56%
HSB
245, 39%, 70%
CMYK
36, 39, 0, 30
LAB
49, 15, -37
LCH
49, 40, 293
OKLCH
0.57, 0.11, 286
XYZ
20, 18, 44
LUV
49, -2, -57
HWB
245, 42%, 30%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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