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
8395B3
RGB
131, 149, 179
HSL
217, 24%, 61%
HSB
217, 27%, 70%
CMYK
27, 17, 0, 30
LAB
61, -1, -18
LCH
61, 18, 266
OKLCH
0.67, 0.05, 261
XYZ
28, 30, 47
LUV
61, -11, -27
HWB
217, 51%, 30%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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