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
8991BB
RGB
137, 145, 187
HSL
230, 27%, 64%
HSB
230, 27%, 73%
CMYK
27, 22, 0, 27
LAB
61, 4, -23
LCH
61, 23, 280
OKLCH
0.67, 0.06, 276
XYZ
29, 29, 51
LUV
61, -6, -36
HWB
230, 54%, 27%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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