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
747FCD
RGB
116, 127, 205
HSL
233, 47%, 63%
HSB
233, 43%, 80%
CMYK
43, 38, 0, 20
LAB
55, 11, -42
LCH
55, 44, 285
OKLCH
0.62, 0.12, 276
XYZ
26, 23, 61
LUV
55, -9, -66
HWB
233, 45%, 20%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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