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
797DBD
RGB
121, 125, 189
HSL
236, 34%, 61%
HSB
236, 36%, 74%
CMYK
36, 34, 0, 26
LAB
54, 10, -34
LCH
54, 36, 287
OKLCH
0.61, 0.10, 280
XYZ
24, 22, 51
LUV
54, -6, -53
HWB
236, 47%, 26%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Royal Blue
#4169E1
Steel Blue
#4682B4
Cornflower
#6495ED
Amethyst
#9966CC
Lavender
#B57EDC
Royal Purple
#7851A9
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