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
8CAADE
RGB
140, 170, 222
HSL
218, 55%, 71%
HSB
218, 37%, 87%
CMYK
37, 23, 0, 13
LAB
69, -1, -30
LCH
69, 30, 268
OKLCH
0.73, 0.08, 261
XYZ
38, 40, 75
LUV
69, -17, -47
HWB
218, 55%, 13%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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