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
8740DE
RGB
135, 64, 222
HSL
267, 71%, 56%
HSB
267, 71%, 87%
CMYK
39, 71, 0, 13
LAB
43, 54, -70
LCH
43, 88, 307
OKLCH
0.55, 0.23, 299
XYZ
25, 14, 70
LUV
43, 14, -105
HWB
267, 25%, 13%
Pantone
2602 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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