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
B255EE
RGB
178, 85, 238
HSL
276, 82%, 63%
HSB
276, 64%, 93%
CMYK
25, 64, 0, 7
LAB
54, 57, -62
LCH
54, 85, 313
OKLCH
0.63, 0.23, 309
XYZ
37, 22, 83
LUV
54, 29, -102
HWB
276, 33%, 7%
Pantone
Rhodamine Red C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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