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
968CBB
RGB
150, 140, 187
HSL
253, 26%, 64%
HSB
253, 25%, 73%
CMYK
20, 25, 0, 27
LAB
60, 11, -23
LCH
60, 26, 296
OKLCH
0.67, 0.07, 294
XYZ
31, 29, 51
LUV
60, 2, -37
HWB
253, 55%, 27%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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