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
88A3F6
RGB
136, 163, 246
HSL
225, 86%, 75%
HSB
225, 45%, 96%
CMYK
45, 34, 0, 4
LAB
68, 7, -45
LCH
68, 46, 278
OKLCH
0.73, 0.12, 269
XYZ
40, 38, 92
LUV
68, -16, -72
HWB
225, 53%, 4%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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