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
ABAAD3
RGB
171, 170, 211
HSL
241, 32%, 75%
HSB
241, 19%, 83%
CMYK
19, 19, 0, 17
LAB
71, 7, -21
LCH
71, 22, 288
OKLCH
0.75, 0.06, 286
XYZ
43, 42, 67
LUV
71, -2, -33
HWB
241, 67%, 17%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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