Categories / Design Basics

Introducing Our Color of the Season: Plum Royale

Laura Busche January 21, 2025 · 3 min read
Pinterest

Imagine the velvet hush of twilight or the quiet allure of a candlelit library. It is deep in this world of literary fantasy and wonder that we found inspiration for Plum Royale (#381648), our new Color of the Season. This deep, warm purple conveys a moody, gothic ambiance influenced by our renewed interest in magic, luxurious comfort, academia, and galactic exploration.

Plum Royale evokes knightcore aesthetics when paired with metallic accents, reminiscent of armor glinting in moonlight. Combined with earthy tones, it transforms into a dark, dusty garden—a color story that feels steeped in fantasy. This witchy purple sets the mood for imagination, inviting you to explore realms of creativity that hover between the mystical and the tactile. Plum Royale pairs beautifully with refined, ligature-rich serifs, crisp Garaldes, and modern blackletter fonts. It’s a color that whispers of untold stories, otherworldly blooms, and enigmatic energy.

Featuring Grainy Gradient Mesh Collection, EDEN, Eggplant Plaid, Purple Fruits & Flowers Paper Pack, Gold Alcohol Ink Galaxy Background, Colorful 3D Duo Glass Shapes Pack, and Moody Gothic Floral Collection.

Meet Plum Royale

To make sure you’re working with the same color, we’re providing equivalencies in hexadecimal, CMYK, and RGB systems below.

HEX: #381648

RGB: 56, 22, 72

CMYK: 84, 100, 38, 41

Looking for a refresher on the various color codes, what they mean, and their applications? Make sure to check out this article where we explore the differences and technical details you need to know.

How to Apply Plum Royale

For branding, it works well as a primary color, exuding sophistication and mystery, or as a grounding accent in larger palettes. Pair it with metallics like silver or bronze to evoke knightcore aesthetics, or combine it with earthy greens and muted ochres for a more botanical, fantasy-inspired feel.

Plum Royale pairs beautifully with serif fonts that feature high contrast and dramatic curves, channeling an academic or historical tone. For a modern edge, use it alongside sleek sans-serif typefaces in metallic foil treatments or embossed finishes. This color also thrives in gradient overlays, blending effortlessly with deep blues or magentas to create a galactic, moody ambiance perfect for web design, album covers, or event branding. Whether in print or digital, Plum Royale adds a sense of intrigue and refinement to your designs.

Vibrant Palettes Using Plum Royale

Wondering how to apply Plum Royale in your next project? These palettes complement our Color of the Season and are ready to use. To download the free SVG file, make sure you’re signed into your Creative Market account.

Plum Royale Palettes
Try our Color of the Season
Download color palettes using Plum Royale

Download our set of color palettes in SVG and start using them in your favorite design app.

Download the palettes

Our Plum Royale Collection

We have curated inspiring Creative Market products that are already using our Color of the Season or slight variations of it. Check out the full collection, featuring some of these outstanding assets:


About the Author
Author
Laura Busche

Brand strategist. Creating design tools to empower creative entrepreneurs. Author of the Lean Branding book. MA in Design Management from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD).

View More Posts
Go to My Shop
Related Articles