Meaning of Purple Tones and Combination Tips

Between the sacred and profane: this is the purple color, full of meaning and duality. It's no surprise that Pantone, the global reference in color systems, chose it twice as Color of the Year.

The Meaning of Purple Color

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Purple is a combination of blue and red, but it's important to clarify that this isn't pure purple, the famous burgundy. A purple tone is more open, softer and bluer than its parent color red. It's also good not to confuse purple with lavender, as the latter contains a generous amount of white in its composition. Purple is a color that evokes many feelings and emotions, some of which are even very contradictory. 

Firstly, purple is perceived in Christian religious tradition as a color of humility, devotion and faith. No wonder religious people use colors in their clothing. Purple is also the color of mystical spirituality, directly associated with witchcraft, magic and sorcery. The color still symbolizes transmutation and energetic cleansing conducted by many spiritual traditions. It's the color of the Master of Saint Germain.

It was a color of nobility in antiquity, and today it adds status to the wealthy and extroverted. Just look at the power of the combination of purple and gold, for example.

Decoration with Purple Color: Where and How to Use It

Purple color evokes strong feelings, so it's important to be aware of this when planning decoration. Purple is relaxing and a great choice for rooms designed for relaxation, such as bedrooms. Avoid using the color in social areas unless it only appears in spot details. An excess of purple tends to make the environment gloomy, so regulate the dosage.

Here are different ways to use purple for decoration:

Furniture

Sofas, tables, chairs, shelves and wardrobes can appear in any interior painted in purple. But since they represent large surfaces, it's best to regulate the use of color so that it doesn't evoke negative feelings.

Decorative Details

If purple seems too abundant to you, try adding it in small details such as a vase, kitchenware or living room decoration. Even using purple flowers like orchids and the purple flower itself — delicate and romantic.

Lighting

Purple color can appear in chandeliers, pendant lights and wall lamps, as well as in the color of the bulbs themselves. Today you can find purple light bulbs that add special appeal to the surrounding environment.

Want more ideas on how to use purple in interior design? Then just take a look at the images we've collected below:

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