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
8868EA
RGB
136, 104, 234
HSL
255, 76%, 66%
HSB
255, 56%, 92%
CMYK
42, 56, 0, 8
LAB
52, 36, -63
LCH
52, 72, 300
OKLCH
0.61, 0.19, 291
XYZ
30, 21, 80
LUV
52, 4, -99
HWB
255, 41%, 8%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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#6A5ACD
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#4166F5
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#6495ED
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#9966CC
Royal Purple
#7851A9
Lavender
#B57EDC
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