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
9196BC
RGB
145, 150, 188
HSL
233, 24%, 65%
HSB
233, 23%, 74%
CMYK
23, 20, 0, 26
LAB
63, 4, -20
LCH
63, 21, 282
OKLCH
0.68, 0.06, 279
XYZ
32, 31, 52
LUV
63, -5, -32
HWB
233, 57%, 26%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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#6495ED
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#808080
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#B57EDC
Lilac
#C8A2C8
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