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
7575EC
RGB
117, 117, 236
HSL
240, 76%, 69%
HSB
240, 50%, 93%
CMYK
50, 50, 0, 7
LAB
54, 25, -61
LCH
54, 66, 292
OKLCH
0.62, 0.17, 280
XYZ
29, 23, 82
LUV
54, -7, -96
HWB
240, 46%, 7%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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