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
8892AE
RGB
136, 146, 174
HSL
224, 19%, 61%
HSB
224, 22%, 68%
CMYK
22, 16, 0, 32
LAB
60, 1, -16
LCH
60, 16, 273
OKLCH
0.66, 0.04, 270
XYZ
28, 29, 44
LUV
60, -7, -24
HWB
224, 53%, 32%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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