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
7575AA
RGB
117, 117, 170
HSL
240, 24%, 56%
HSB
240, 31%, 67%
CMYK
31, 31, 0, 33
LAB
51, 10, -29
LCH
51, 30, 288
OKLCH
0.58, 0.08, 284
XYZ
21, 19, 41
LUV
51, -3, -44
HWB
240, 46%, 33%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Steel Blue
#4682B4
Cornflower
#6495ED
Amethyst
#9966CC
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Lavender
#B57EDC
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