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
8288D2
RGB
130, 136, 210
HSL
236, 47%, 67%
HSB
236, 38%, 82%
CMYK
38, 35, 0, 18
LAB
59, 12, -39
LCH
59, 41, 286
OKLCH
0.65, 0.11, 279
XYZ
30, 27, 65
LUV
59, -7, -62
HWB
236, 51%, 18%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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