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
8086AB
RGB
128, 134, 171
HSL
232, 20%, 59%
HSB
232, 25%, 67%
CMYK
25, 22, 0, 33
LAB
56, 4, -20
LCH
56, 21, 281
OKLCH
0.63, 0.06, 277
XYZ
25, 25, 42
LUV
56, -5, -31
HWB
232, 50%, 33%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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#6A5ACD
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#4682B4
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#6495ED
Gray
#808080
Spanish Gray
#989898
Amethyst
#9966CC
Lavender
#B57EDC
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