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
918CDB
RGB
145, 140, 219
HSL
244, 52%, 70%
HSB
244, 36%, 86%
CMYK
34, 36, 0, 14
LAB
61, 16, -40
LCH
61, 43, 291
OKLCH
0.68, 0.12, 286
XYZ
34, 30, 71
LUV
61, -2, -65
HWB
244, 55%, 14%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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