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
747696
RGB
116, 118, 150
HSL
236, 14%, 52%
HSB
236, 23%, 59%
CMYK
23, 21, 0, 41
LAB
50, 5, -18
LCH
50, 18, 285
OKLCH
0.58, 0.05, 282
XYZ
19, 19, 31
LUV
50, -3, -26
HWB
236, 45%, 41%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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