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The most important things about the colour purple
Purple and violet are two terms for the same colour. They stand for mixed colours between red and blue. The term violet is derived from the violet (viola). The name purple comes from the French term for lilac (Lilas). If you mix it with Grey, you get a colour between grey and beige, which is called Greige
Effect of purple colour
The individual colour shades of violet are often worlds apart: From delicate lilac tones to strong lavender shades. The intense purple tone of magenta also belongs to the violet shades. Its name goes back to the northern Italian city of Magenta. In the Middle Ages, purple was considered the colour of kings. In the Catholic Church, it is still the colour of bishops today, while purple-red is the colour of cardinals.
Purple is considered a very emotional colour. It is the colour of aesthetics, femininity and virtue. In colour psychology, it is associated with wisdom, creativity and inspiration. However, violet also stands for elegance, beauty and open-mindedness. As violet colour shades combine the strong, warm colour red with cool blue, they are also associated with attributes such as maturity, serenity and empathy.
In general, violet colour shades stand for spirituality, magic and art. These colours appeal to all the senses. To this day, their use in fashion is a sign of extravagance and individuality.
Making rooms purple
The emotional effect of purple tones is also often utilised in the design of interiors. Purple tones have made a remarkable comeback in the home in recent years. By adding neutral pigments, modern shades of purple tend to appear muted and calm.
As with all colours, the same applies here: It's all about the right mix. If the colour violet contains a lot of white, it appears delicate and subtle. With a strong blue component, violet and purple can have a very powerful effect.
As wall paints, strong purple colour shades should only be used on a single wall in the room and the remaining walls should be designed neutrally with colours from nature, such as grey or beige. However, purple also works well with intense colours, especially with its complementary colour yellow. The strong magenta has green as a complementary colour and can be wonderfully combined with a subtle grey-green.
You should avoid purple here
Purple can have a slightly cool effect and should therefore not be used in rooms that are not well lit
Alternatives to purple colour
In the children's room, a light, warm pink or a fresh shade of blue are a good alternative to light violet. Adults should take a look at grey tones with red colour components. They can make a great alternative to purple.
Purple, violet & lilac: nuances of colour
As a secondary colour, the colour purple is mixed from blue and red. Depending on which proportion predominates and how many white or dark pigments are added, purple can create a very different effect
With such a diverse colour, it is particularly important to get an overview of the colour shades, starting with the very light shades of purple. Adding white pigments creates fine, delicate pastel shades, often referred to as lilac, such as our Purple with Lilac or Purple with Lavender. Mauve refers to a bluish, more or less greyish violet
An overview of our wall paints in light purple tones
- MissPompadour Purple with Lavender
- MissPompadour Purple with Lilac
- LittlePomp Purple & Soft
- CosyColours Tender Rose
Violet and purple are stronger shades of purple that are highly pigmented. Purple with Provence from our Just Paint Collection is a "classic" purple.
There are, of course, also the brownish-greyish purple shades such as Purple with Blueberry, which are more subtle and more relaxing.
Examples of our colours in strong shades of purple
- MissPompadour Purple with Provence
- MissPompadour Purple with Blueberry
- MissPompadour Purple with Fig
- MissPompadour Purple with Heather
Effect of purple and lilac as wall paints
Purple is a strong colour and its colour effect is as varied as its nuances. As a mixture of the two primary colours blue and red, which stand for water and fire, it combines opposites and thus has a calming and balancing effect in colour theory. Lilac has a feminine, light and awakening effect. Dark purple, on the other hand, encourages reflection. Overall, purple promotes creativity and creative energy.
Effect of the colour purple and lilac as furniture paint
By painting a piece of furniture in the colour purple, you can make it stand out. For example, a delicate shade of purple emphasises a romantic living style particularly well. Purple furniture paint, such as our Purple & Soft, is also wonderfully suitable for changing tables, cots or dressers in children's or baby rooms to conjure up a friendly, calm atmosphere
A rich, vibrant shade of purple on a piece of furniture, on the other hand, can turn a cupboard or side table in the living room into a real eye-catcher. Shades of purple can also be used to create interesting accents in the bedroom, for example on bedside tables
The colour purple in colour psychology
Purple has been used for centuries in church settings, where it symbolised humility, spirituality, penitence and mourning. Today, the character of purple tones has evolved into a multifaceted surprise. The colour scheme can have a spiritual, restrained effect and exude luxury at the same time. By combining red and blue, femininity and masculinity, this colour scheme has a meditative and balancing effect on our minds. It is therefore particularly recommended for interiors in rooms where you want to recharge your batteries and find peace. Purple is particularly suitable for
- Bedrooms
- Living rooms
- your favourite retreat such as a reading, meditation or yoga room
Lightened to a delicate lilac, this colour creates lovely accents and calms the mind at the same time, helping you to find your inner centre
Colour violet & lilac - perfect for many rooms & furniture
Every room can be personalised with purple accents. It is often enough to embellish a small sideboard in the entrance area with violet varnishes to create an eye-catching feature
Due to their meditative effect, light purple tones are a wonderful interior wall colour for yoga rooms and rooms where people meditate and relax. Purple and violet are also suitable wall paints for the offices of naturopaths and other healing professions. This is because they are said to have not only a balancing but also a pain-relieving and cleansing effect
In the bedroom, a bluish purple colour can promote sleep and relax the mind. As wall paints in purple tones can have a very calming effect, we recommend a slightly reddish purple such as Purple with Heather for more togetherness. This way, the colour shade also brings its stimulating aspect into the bedroom
Combined with earth tones and minimalist decoration, you can achieve a very unique, self-confident look in your living room with wall paint in grey-grey. However, wall paint in dark purple, painted behind a sofa in spice or light natural tones, also creates an almost mystical effect
Little princesses often want purple as a colour for their children's room. You can fulfil this wish with wall paints in lavender or lilac. In the LittlePomp chalk paints collection, you will find Purple & Soft, a great wall paint for the children's room. Like all colours at MissPompadour, this colour shade is of course also available as a paint so that you can paint children's room furniture and toys with it. You can also achieve a purple colour shade with wall paints in pink-violet. With these shades, you can create a relaxing and balancing atmosphere in the children's room and encourage your children's creativity at the same time
Tips for the trend colour purple
Especially with the versatile colour purple, it can be fun to try out different variations. After all, that's what makes this colour shade so special. If you're still looking for design tips, we've put together some more information for you
Living styles and trends in shades of purple
Strong colours are often found in the Orient. If you like the oriental style of living, you can go for a strong purple colour. In combination with gold and orange-coloured accents, this creates rooms like something out of 1001 Nights. Intense purple tones such as the rich Purple with Provence or the fantastic Purple with Fig are perfect here. The colour purple also goes well with the boho style. This style is characterised by a mixture of woven fabrics, macramé, retro influences and pattern mixes. Strong colours such as Purple with Heather or Purple with Provence go wonderfully with it
The Whimsical style conjures up a fairytale atmosphere in your home. Here you can play with strong purple like Purple with Blueberry, gold and flourishes. If you like to create a romantic atmosphere in pastel shades, paint a wall in soft pastel purple like Tender Rose from the CosyColours, as you can combine it perfectly with all other pastel colours. But this versatile colour is also ideal for a modern style. Design tip: Combine purple and violet with chrome, silver or glass to create a contemporary interior
Do you already have a clear idea of how you want to design your rooms? Then choose your favourite shade in our& online shop now and start your painting project!
Combination colours for purple & lilac
The complementary colour to purple is yellow, which makes a great contrast to dark purple. But other strong colours also go wonderfully well. You can combine pastel shades of lilac with other pastel colours such as pink, light yellow or light blue for a playful look. If you prefer a purer look, combine grey.
Create a great combination by painting a wall light purple and placing a piece of furniture painted a few shades darker in varnish from the same colour family directly in front of it
Decorating ideas for lilac & co. colours
You can combine natural materials and plants with light and pastel violet colours. Fabrics in natural colours and grey wall paints also go well with it. Purple and violet also go well with grey wood, white furniture and colours that tend towards grey - such as beige with cashmere.
If you have painted a strong, dark purple, golden and velvety elements go wonderfully with it. Cushions or pictures in orange and yellow also make a great impression. If you like a modern furnishing style, use black furniture and decorations.
Which purple paints can I order from MissPompadour Paint?
Whether walls, furniture, floors, tiles... you'll find all shades of purple in the right colour quality and in different sizes!
Wall paints in purple
If you want to make your walls purple, you can use our sustainable wall paint The Valuable Wall Paint. It has a sophisticated matt finish, is extremely odourless, preservative-free and does not splatter. And with incredible opacity, as it is characterised by opacity class 1. If you need an emulsion paint that is scrub-resistant and particularly robust, reach for MissPompadour The Functional Wall Paint. You can also choose from the rich chalk paints in our LittlePomp chalk collection and the soft colour shades of CosyColours. All our colours can be used in any room without hesitation
Varnishes in purple
To paint your furniture, kitchen, tiles or floors, we have the right selection of varnishes in purple for you. There's hardly anything you can't paint in the colour purple, as our varnishes are suitable for a wide variety of surfaces. You can also find articles on various painting projects with tips and lots of useful application information in our guide
The right paint quality for your project depends on the wear and tear on the surface and your individual taste. If you are painting a heavily used surface such as a kitchen or floor, you should use our satin matt Easy Eggshell! from the Just paint Collection. It is particularly robust and impact-resistant and suitable for almost all surfaces. Varnishes! is also the right choice for outdoor projects
If you like a chalky-matt chalky finish, choose from our matt varnishes LittlePomp chalk varnish and CosyColours chalk varnish. You can also seal them with wood wax and give them a personalised look
Order the colour purple online at MissPompadour Paint
If purple is your favourite colour, go for it! Hardly any other wall paint can be used in so many different ways. If you want to see the colours in real life first, order our colour-cards. The colours may differ from their actual effect on screen. The colour cards are in postcard format and can be removed individually so that you can examine and compare them in any light
Incidentally, you can place your order with a clear conscience. We ship not only small but also large parcels plastic-free and with DHL Go-Green. No matter how many litres you order from us, our packaging is made from recyclable and often directly recycled paper
If you are still unsure about which shade and colour quality is right for you, simply ask our free colour consultancy. We will be happy to help you!
Does violet go with white?
Yes, the combination of violet and white tones creates a pleasant, light ambience.
Which colours harmonise with lilac?
Complementary colours such as yellow tones, but also green tones, especially those with yellow colour components, harmonise perfectly. Black and anthracite go well, as do pink pastel shades and many natural tones from light beige to brown.
How does lilac work as wall paint?
Light violet has a balancing and calming effect. However, it is also said to promote creativity
Is lilac modern as a wall paint?
Purple is a colour that lets you show your individuality. Delicate purple is particularly modern for a romantic interior, while purple is a timeless symbol of luxury. Shades of purple give you endless design options
