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
B167FC
RGB
177, 103, 252
HSL
270, 96%, 70%
HSB
270, 59%, 99%
CMYK
30, 59, 0, 1
LAB
57, 51, -64
LCH
57, 82, 309
OKLCH
0.66, 0.22, 304
XYZ
41, 26, 95
LUV
57, 21, -105
HWB
270, 40%, 1%
Pantone
5285 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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