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
8A91B7
RGB
138, 145, 183
HSL
231, 24%, 63%
HSB
231, 25%, 72%
CMYK
25, 21, 0, 28
LAB
61, 4, -21
LCH
61, 21, 280
OKLCH
0.66, 0.06, 277
XYZ
29, 29, 49
LUV
61, -6, -32
HWB
231, 54%, 28%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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#808080
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#CCCCFF
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#9966CC
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#B57EDC
Spanish Gray
#989898
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