A complete guide to the color Plum

Plum is a mid-tone magenta-rose tone (#8E4585) suited to furniture catalogs, interior styling, and lifestyle photography. Explore conversions, similar swatches, and palette combinations below.

Plum
#8E4585

What color is plum?

Plum is defined by hex #8E4585, RGB (142, 69, 133), and HSL (307°, 35% saturation, 41% lightness). Designers use these values to match fabrics, finishes, and digital renders across studio shoots and e-commerce assets.

Similar colors

Harmonious pairings

Plum

#8E4585

Cypress

#444E45

Plum

#8E4585

Plum

#8E4585

Plum

#8E4585

Clashing hues

Plum

#8E4585

Cypress

#444E45

Plum

#8E4585

Navy Green

#355E3B

Plum

#8E4585

Hunter

#355E3B

Plum

#8E4585

Color variations

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Color conversions

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about hex codes, pairings, and catalog use.

What is the hex code for Plum?
The hex code for Plum is #8E4585.
What are the RGB values for Plum?
Plum in RGB is 142, 69, 133.
What colors go well with Plum?
Harmonious pairings for Plum include Cypress, Earth Green, Ivory Green, Heather Gray. Use these accents for upholstery, decor, and catalog styling.
How is Plum used in furniture and product photography?
Plum works well for backgrounds, accent props, and brand-consistent catalog shots. Match swatches to real materials and use similar colors for cohesive lifestyle scenes.