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
807DA0
RGB
128, 125, 160
HSL
245, 16%, 56%
HSB
245, 22%, 63%
CMYK
20, 22, 0, 37
LAB
54, 7, -18
LCH
54, 20, 291
OKLCH
0.61, 0.05, 289
XYZ
23, 22, 36
LUV
54, -1, -28
HWB
245, 49%, 37%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Gray
#808080
Spanish Gray
#989898
Dim Gray
#696969
Lavender
#B57EDC
Amethyst
#9966CC
Lilac
#C8A2C8
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