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
8390CC
RGB
131, 144, 204
HSL
229, 42%, 66%
HSB
229, 36%, 80%
CMYK
36, 29, 0, 20
LAB
61, 6, -33
LCH
61, 33, 281
OKLCH
0.67, 0.09, 274
XYZ
30, 29, 61
LUV
61, -9, -51
HWB
229, 51%, 20%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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