Purple may be associated with timeless luxury and royalty, but it rarely takes center stage in our spaces. Primary colors such as red and blue are often considered power pigments because of their versatility. Finding matching colors for purple (the plump descendants of these colors) is a more tricky proposition. But thanks to a mix of old-world inspiration and forward-thinking design, homeowners are ready to see their rooms through lilac-hued glasses.
Coloro’s head of content, Joanne Thomas, shares that purple color, from soft lavender that mimics the UV rays of your device to saturated ’80s hues. The power of technology and the admiration of yesteryear. “Purple is having a moment where we really see a sensuous hue reintroduced from the world of the never-before-seen fusion of IRL and URL,” explains Thomas. He recently worked with agency WGSN to create a digital trend forecasting experience called A Window to the Future. color.
However, despite being on par with modern security blankets, purple has a reputation for being a difficult color to decorate. Purple demands attention and gives the impression that it doesn’t mix well with other colors. But in reality? Purple offers plenty of versatility. you just need to know how to use it. “Consider the mood of your room and the impact you want to create,” advises Thomas. “Deeper, darker purples can connote a sense of luxury and are perfect for secluded and cozy places, especially with teals, deep browns, and forest greens.”
To help you reach its full potential, 10 top designers share the best colors to pair with purple. From simple duos to eye-catching combinations, one thing is certain. Purple is worth putting front and center in your next room makeover.
“Lilac is a great color to mix with purple. It’s the same family, but it’s a bright pastel color,” explains LH.Designs designer Linda Hayslett. “Combining this with medium to dark purple tones, both colors complement each other and contrast with each other at the same time. We combined the wallpaper.We made the mood of the space sophisticated and mature.” Want proof? See this Upper East Side apartment designed by Alex Papa Christidis, where purple tones dominate the roost.
“When I use purple, I love pairing it with a brass finish,” adds Haslett. “The gold tones pop out of the purple and look gorgeous and ornate. Depending on the brass you use, you can also combine different brasses with lighting, hardware, and accessories. No. The lighting, hardware, and accessories stand out, but they complement each other and make the space feel like a luxury hotel.” This time, seen in designer Alex Papa Christidis’ New York apartment. increase.
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classic in black and white
New York-based Tara McCauley says, “I love deep, saturated, warm purples.” I love the graphical contrast of black and white with colors that evoke .” Here, in a small New York City apartment, the Cochineal designer contrasts bold burgundy cabinets with graphic black and white marble slabs. I was allowed to.
“Purple is my favorite color,” says Rozit Arditi, owner and principal of Arditi Design. “It can be as subtle or as bold a statement as you do. It creates a bright, airy atmosphere.” Renowned textile designer Lisa Corti brought natural light into her bright lilac kitchen in her colorful Milan apartment.
“Purple is my absolute favorite color, especially when it’s tinted with true blue undertones and less berry tones,” says designer Kendall Wilkinson. “It’s passionate, powerful and majestic. Purple and the family of colors from aubergine to lavender all blend beautifully with grey, and the pairing keeps purple cool tones and serves as a perfect complement.” Indeed, purple acts as a neutral in this South Florida home designed by Rodney Lawrence, thanks to its silver and gray tones.
“Purple is a difficult color,” admits Kelly Martin. “It’s so easy to be a juvenile or a Crayola. I think the trick with purple is in the tone and pairing. When choosing shades of purple, I tend to gravitate toward burgundy or wine tones.” I’d rather have something rich and a little more earthy than bright purple with pinkish undertones.” In the mother-daughter Vancouver pad, PlaidFox accentuated a jewel-toned burgundy headboard with orchid cushions.
“Purple is really one of nature’s elegant neutrals. The density of shades of purple is best combined with colors of similar depth: mauve and alabaster, amethyst and pine, espresso and crisp linen. Please.” And think beyond the paint color. Found in Calico Wallpaper founders Rachel and Nicholas Cope’s chic Brooklyn home, this textile sets the tone for a soft spectrum of nature-inspired rooms.
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Stay Grounded with Brown
Designer Michael Del Piero says, “Purple balances well with neutral colors. Especially when paired with shades of brown, it adds a level of sophistication and reduces the ‘cuteness’ that purple is sometimes associated with.” Landscape architect Thomas Waltz, for example, used Benjamin Moore’s polished wet concrete for his Virginia Victorian-style dining room.
Abby Gruman of Abby Leigh Designs said: “Use purple and black for an edgy look. Purple is the perfect color to liven up neutral tones and looks modern and fresh when paired with black finishes and hardware.” , furniture dealers Bruce Glickman and Wilson Henry used a background of glossy gray paint (Benjamin Moore’s Breath of the Dragon) to offset the heavily colored chairs in their Connecticut cottage. Used.
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Get creative with Chartreuse
Nicole Clapman, principal designer at Studio Schicketanz, argues, “The best colors for purple or eggplant in terms of accent colors are chartreuse and red.” “The lightness of these colors against the eggplant creates a very nice tension in the space, but it should be used judiciously and in the right way, not the artwork or the fabrics.” Design spokesperson Christina Juarez nailed that look at her New York home.
“Eggplant is a bolder, end-user oriented color that we love,” says designer Kara Adams. “There are few colors I wouldn’t want to mix with eggplant, but blue and green are my favorite colors.” For inspiration, check out Susan Barrett’s St. Louis Art Club (shown here and above).
Kelsey Mulvey
Kelsey Mulvey is a freelance lifestyle journalist covering shopping and deals for Good Housekeeping, Women’s Health, ELLE Decor and more.
