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
8071DC
RGB
128, 113, 220
HSL
248, 60%, 65%
HSB
248, 49%, 86%
CMYK
42, 49, 0, 14
LAB
53, 26, -54
LCH
53, 60, 296
OKLCH
0.61, 0.16, 287
XYZ
28, 22, 70
LUV
53, 0, -85
HWB
248, 44%, 14%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
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#4166F5
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#6495ED
Amethyst
#9966CC
Lavender
#B57EDC
Royal Purple
#7851A9
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