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
855EC0
RGB
133, 94, 192
HSL
264, 44%, 56%
HSB
264, 51%, 75%
CMYK
31, 51, 0, 25
LAB
48, 32, -46
LCH
48, 56, 305
OKLCH
0.57, 0.15, 300
XYZ
23, 17, 52
LUV
48, 11, -73
HWB
264, 37%, 25%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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