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
8697BE
RGB
134, 151, 190
HSL
222, 30%, 64%
HSB
222, 29%, 75%
CMYK
29, 21, 0, 25
LAB
62, 1, -22
LCH
62, 22, 272
OKLCH
0.68, 0.06, 266
XYZ
30, 31, 53
LUV
62, -10, -34
HWB
222, 53%, 25%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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