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
8380A5
RGB
131, 128, 165
HSL
245, 17%, 57%
HSB
245, 22%, 65%
CMYK
21, 22, 0, 35
LAB
55, 7, -19
LCH
55, 21, 290
OKLCH
0.62, 0.06, 288
XYZ
24, 23, 39
LUV
55, -1, -30
HWB
245, 50%, 35%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
Similar named colors
Slate Blue
#6A5ACD
Gray
#808080
Spanish Gray
#989898
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Amethyst
#9966CC
Lavender
#B57EDC
Lilac
#C8A2C8
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