Using the colour purple

Using Purple:

• Deep or bright purples suggest riches.
• Lighter purples are more romantic and delicate.
• Use redder purples for a warmer color scheme or the bluer purples to cool down.

Using Purple with Other Colors:

• A deep eggplant purple with neutral tans or beige is an earthy, conservative color combination with a touch of the mystery that purple provides.
• Green and purple can be a striking combination in deep or bright jewel tones or use lighter shades for a cheerful, springlike feel.
• Pink and purple has feminine appeal. 

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