Royal Purple

#7851A9

Crayola color

Royal Purple (#7851A9) is a medium-deep, warm blue-violet in the Crayola palette, referencing the traditional imperial purple associated with monarchical power and the rare Tyrian purple dye extracted from sea snails in antiquity. The balanced warmth and depth distinguish it from cooler, more electric purples, giving it a classic, dignified quality. In design and illustration, royal purple conveys luxury, nobility, and the timeless prestige of regal colour traditions.

Color Values

HEX

#7851A9

RGB

120, 81, 169

HSL

266.6, 35.2%, 49.0%

HSV

266.6, 52.1%, 66.3%

CMYK

29.0%, 52.1%, 0.0%, 33.7%

OKLCH

0.5176 0.138 302.3

Properties

Color Psychology

True purple has been the color of royalty for millennia because Tyrian purple dye was extraordinarily rare and expensive. It represents luxury, creativity, and visionary thinking. Purple stimulates problem-solving and artistic expression, bridging the physical energy of red with the calm stability of blue.

Design Usage

Medium purple is a strong primary brand color for creative agencies, streaming platforms, and premium product tiers. It differentiates effectively from the blue-green dominated tech landscape. Use it for premium badges, creator tools, and feature gating where exclusivity should be communicated.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #7851A9;
color: #7851A9;
border-color: #7851A9;
Nearest Tailwind: Indigo 900 #312E81

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.92:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.55:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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