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
7378BB
RGB
115, 120, 187
HSL
236, 35%, 59%
HSB
236, 39%, 73%
CMYK
39, 36, 0, 27
LAB
52, 11, -36
LCH
52, 38, 287
OKLCH
0.60, 0.10, 280
XYZ
23, 21, 50
LUV
52, -6, -56
HWB
236, 45%, 27%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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Royal Blue
#4169E1
Cornflower
#6495ED
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#6A5ACD
Amethyst
#9966CC
Lavender
#B57EDC
Royal Purple
#7851A9
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