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
898DB3
RGB
137, 141, 179
HSL
234, 22%, 62%
HSB
234, 23%, 70%
CMYK
23, 21, 0, 30
LAB
59, 5, -21
LCH
59, 21, 283
OKLCH
0.65, 0.06, 280
XYZ
28, 28, 46
LUV
59, -4, -32
HWB
234, 54%, 30%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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#4682B4
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#808080
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#6495ED
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#989898
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#9966CC
Lavender
#B57EDC
Periwinkle
#CCCCFF
Lilac
#C8A2C8
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