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Purple family

Plum

Also known as: rich · muted · earthy · sophisticated · whimsical
Hex #DDA0DD
RGB rgb(221, 160, 221)
HSL hsl(300°, 47%, 75%)
CMYK 0 · 28 · 0 · 13
CSS plum

Meaning

The psychology, symbolism and cultural history of Plum.

In Western cultures, plum often signifies luxury and creativity, while in some Eastern traditions, it symbolizes prosperity and good fortune. The color’s duality reflects both earthy richness and whimsical charm, making it versatile across various contexts.

The term 'plum' originates from the Old English 'plume', which has been used since the 14th century. Historically, plum dyes were utilized in medieval textiles, making the color a symbol of wealth and status among the elite.

richmutedearthysophisticatedwhimsical

Similar colors

The closest colors to Plum by perceived distance.

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Shades & tints

9 variations of Plum by lightness, from dark to light.

-40% #735373
-30% #8D668D
-20% #A87AA8
-10% #C28DC2
BASE #DDA0DD
+15% #E1ABE1
+30% #E5B7E5
+50% #E9C2E9
+70% #EDCEED

Complementary

Colors that pair beautifully with Plum on the color wheel.

Palettes

Curated 5-color combinations featuring Plum.

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#6B4F87
#F5F5DC
#A0522D
#FFD700

Autumn Harvest

Warm Welcoming
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#4B0082
#FFFFFF
#C0C0C0
#8B4513

Vintage Elegance

Classic Timeless
#DDA0DD
#FFDAB9
#F0E68C
#98FB98
#B22222

Garden Party

Fresh Lively
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