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
7D80A4
RGB
125, 128, 164
HSL
235, 18%, 57%
HSB
235, 24%, 64%
CMYK
24, 22, 0, 36
LAB
54, 5, -20
LCH
54, 20, 284
OKLCH
0.61, 0.05, 281
XYZ
23, 22, 38
LUV
54, -4, -30
HWB
235, 49%, 36%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Gray
#808080
Spanish Gray
#989898
Dim Gray
#696969
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Amethyst
#9966CC
Lavender
#B57EDC
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