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
85A2D2
RGB
133, 162, 210
HSL
217, 46%, 67%
HSB
217, 37%, 82%
CMYK
37, 23, 0, 18
LAB
66, -1, -28
LCH
66, 28, 267
OKLCH
0.71, 0.08, 260
XYZ
34, 35, 66
LUV
66, -16, -43
HWB
217, 52%, 18%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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