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
876EC1
RGB
135, 110, 193
HSL
258, 40%, 59%
HSB
258, 43%, 76%
CMYK
30, 43, 0, 24
LAB
52, 24, -40
LCH
52, 47, 301
OKLCH
0.60, 0.13, 296
XYZ
25, 20, 53
LUV
52, 6, -64
HWB
258, 43%, 24%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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