warm Colorpurple Family

Plum

Plum is a rich, warm purple that combines luxury with approachability. It has a sophisticated yet friendly feel, making it versatile for many applications. Associated with creativity and uniqueness, plum works well for distinctive brands.

Technical Codes

Variations

Tints & Shades

Lighter (Tints)

#E3B1E3
#E8C1E8
#EED0EE
#F4E0F4
#F9EFF9

Darker (Shades)

#CC72CC
#BB44BB
#8D338D
#5E225E
#2F112F
Relationship

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#DDA0DD + #A1DDA1

Analogous

#BFA1DD / #DDA0DD / #DDA1BF

Triadic

#DDA0DD / #DDDDA1 / #A1DDDD

Applications

Best Use Cases

Fashion brands
Beauty products
Wine branding
Event design
Specialty foods

Color Intelligence

Deep dive into the science and psychology of Plum.

What is the hex code for Plum?

The hex code for Plum is #DDA0DD. In RGB format, it's rgb(221, 160, 221). In HSL, it's hsl(300, 47%, 75%).

What colors go well with Plum?

Plum pairs beautifully with its complementary color (#A1DDA1), analogous colors (#DDA1BF, #BFA1DD), and triadic colors (#DDDDA1, #A1DDDD). For a harmonious look, consider using tints and shades of Plum as well.

Is Plum a warm or cool color?

Plum is a warm color. Warm colors like this evoke feelings of warmth, energy, and passion.

What does Plum represent?

Plum is a rich, warm purple that combines luxury with approachability. It has a sophisticated yet friendly feel, making it versatile for many applications. Associated with creativity and uniqueness, plum works well for distinctive brands.

What industries commonly use Plum?

Plum is commonly used in the following industries: fashion, beauty, wine, events, food. This color works particularly well for Fashion brands, Beauty products, Wine branding.

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