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
7785BE
RGB
119, 133, 190
HSL
228, 35%, 61%
HSB
228, 37%, 75%
CMYK
37, 30, 0, 25
LAB
56, 6, -32
LCH
56, 32, 280
OKLCH
0.63, 0.09, 273
XYZ
25, 24, 52
LUV
56, -10, -49
HWB
228, 47%, 25%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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