Color Information
HEX
#562F7E
RGB
86, 47, 126
LAB
28.2, 34.3, -38.2
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Princess Purple by Apple Barrel (ΔE 2.2)
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Imperial Purple catalog data
More from CitadelImperial Purple by Citadel is cataloged as acrylic, Foundation (discontinued) in the purple color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #562F7E, RGB 86/47/126, and CIELAB 28.2/34.3/-38.2. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Imperial Purple is a dark cool vibrant purple with dark value (L*: 28.2). This cool color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 51.3), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Dark
cool
Highly Saturated
Deep color ideal for shadow areas, recesses, and providing contrast against lighter tones.
Cool color that recedes visually. Creates depth and calm. Excellent for shadows when mixed with warm base tones.
Intense, eye-catching color. Use strategically for maximum impact on key areas.
Recommended Undercoats
Black or Dark Grey
Dark colors can use fewer coats over dark primers
Grey
Neutral option if you want slightly easier corrections
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Dark value works well for shadow glazes or shading recesses
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a shadow in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers