Purple Colors

Everything you need to know about purple colors to inspire your next design.

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Hex

#8A2BE2

RGB

138,43,226

HSB

271,81%,89%

HSL

271,76%,53%
Purple Presets

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#8A2BE2
#9966CC
#A020F0
#B19CD9
#4B0082

About Purple Colors

Purple is a color that combines the stability of blue and the energy of red. It's often associated with royalty, luxury, power, and ambition. Purple also represents creativity, wisdom, dignity, grandeur, devotion, peace, pride, mystery, independence, and magic.

Purple in Design

Purple is a versatile color in design that can create various moods depending on its shade and how it's used:

  • Light purples like lavender and lilac evoke feelings of romance, nostalgia, and spring.
  • Medium purples like amethyst and orchid create a sense of creativity and uniqueness.
  • Dark purples like indigo and deep violet convey luxury, wisdom, and sophistication.

Popular Purple Shades

Blue Violet

#8A2BE2

Amethyst

#9966CC

Lavender

#E6E6FA

Indigo

#4B0082

Plum

#DDA0DD

Orchid

#DA70D6

Color Combinations with Purple

Purple works well with several colors to create different effects:

  • Purple + Yellow: A complementary combination that creates high contrast and vibrant designs.
  • Purple + Green: A rich, natural combination that evokes luxury and growth.
  • Purple + Pink: A harmonious combination that creates a dreamy, romantic feel.
  • Purple + Blue: A cool, calming combination that suggests depth and tranquility.
  • Purple + Gray: A sophisticated combination that works well for elegant, modern designs.