Farrow and Ball Color Curator Joa Studholme explains in more detail, “Grey works particularly well with purple, but you need to make sure that the grey has a warm base,” Joa says. “Here at Farrow and Ball we developed the Contemporary Neutrals color shades specifically to work with shades like Brinjal purple – ranging from the stronger neutral of Dove Tale to the lighter and paler tone of Skimming Stone.”
Does grey and purple go together in bedroom?
Warm greys can be paired with shades of creamy whites, mustard or bright yellows; light greys can be contrasted with teals, blues, purples and pinks. Using combinations of colour, even if used on accent features or patterns, can help a room inspire or cosset the user, whatever the time of day.
So to answer the question ‘What colours go with purple’, according to colour theory, the answer is red, blue, yellow, green and orange. However, that doesn’t mean that other colours won’t also work really well with various shades of purple, like violet and lilac. These are grey, silver and pink.
Do purple and grey walls go together?
Does grey go with purple? In short, yes it does. In fact experts say a considered grey shade can go particularly well with a purple hue, allowing for a two-tone color palette to be used to great effect.
Purple and grey While purple’s complementary colours are green and yellow, you can’t go wrong with a neutral grey. This cool hue is perfect for a wedding. Grey suits and plum bridesmaid dresses look classy and elegant together without being too safe or boring.
What Colours go well with grey in a bedroom?
Does grey go with purple? In short, yes it does. In fact experts say a considered grey shade can go particularly well with a purple hue, allowing for a two-tone color palette to be used to great effect.
Wall colours that go well with grey bedroom furniture
- Light blue. : Both being cool colours, light blue and grey make a bedroom comforting and inviting.
- Turquoise blue. : A turquoise feature wall in a bedroom with grey furniture brings personality to the room.
- White.
- Pastel tints.
- Yellow.
Colors that go with purple
Deep purple interiors have an undeniable energy to them, whilst the lighter shades – those in the realms of lavender and mauve – have an association with femininity and delicacy, and tend to be looked at alongside colors that go with grey. So whether you are planning to create a deep, enveloping aubergine snug for those cosy winter nights, or alternatively intend to hone in on a paler shade of lilac for a softer and more whimsical decor scheme, purple should be on your radar as a strong and worthy choice for decorating.
Let’s take a closer look at the different kinds of purple available, and, with expert commentary and advice, how to apply purple colors at home.
What color goes with light purple?
Light purple, such as those pale shades of lilac and mauve, are surprisingly versatile. When applied correctly in decor the paler shades of purple are easy to live with, and undeniably pretty, too.
Ruth Mottershead, creative director of paint brand Little Greene, is an expert in paint and pigment for decor. Speaking particularly of lilac, one of – if not the – most popular tone of pale purple. “Soft pastel tones such as ‘Hortense’ and ‘Lady Char’s Lilac’ are a gentle and calming pale lilac tone,” Ruth says. “You can use a pale lilac by itself in a room for a pale and pretty scheme, or, thanks to their powdery pale finish, it’s possible to be a bit more daring and match lilac with a deep plum or aubergine color of purple (such as Adventurer or Grenache) for an impactful yet intimate living room atmosphere.” When you see how striking lilac can look when applied with Ruth’s decor advice (see image above), it is very tempting.
Looking to keep it all that bit lighter?
Founders of interior design studio Interior Fox Jenna Choate and Mariana Ugarte comment that, “When a client loves purple tones we usually suggest a soft mauve as it feels fresh and neutral. In a previous project we used a really cool mauve floor tile as one of our modern bathroom ideas to offset the soft grey tones found in the veins of the marble. Of course, a pale mauve or lilac also looks equally fresh, crisp, and clean, when paired with a neutral shade of white or cool-undertone shade of cream.”
Royal purple is, as the name possibly suggests, purple in its richest and purist tone. It’s bold and it’s dominant, but can be used sparingly in decor as a less dominant accent colour, or for maximum wow factor by wrapping a room completely. Dominic Myland, ceo of paint brand Mylands, has broken Royal Purple down for us. Dominic comments, “Royal purple is loved for its rich intensity and opulence and many people love to use it on its own because it looks so powerful. Admittedly, some might find this concept or bold application a bit overpowering. In which case, they can always use smaller amounts of it at first, say in a room lots of different people spend time in. For example, try painting some woodwork, cabinetry or feature walls with it initially in a living room or hallway.”
Feeling confident and playful? Dominic says, “If you have the decorating confidence then a room immersed in head-to-toe rich royal purple tone, such as our new Empire Violet™ No.80, looks highly sophisticated and original when applied correctly.”
“For maximum effect try using it in a gloss finish – this has a particularly rich and luscious effect in a dining room, as the light bounces around the space and plays with the pigments within the colour royal purple color”, says Dominic.
“Because purple is made up of both blues and reds, both of these colour pigments work really well with a royal purple tone.” Indeed, you can see how a cobalt blue candle stick can look contemporary and striking when sat within a royal purple colour scheme. Dominic says, ‘You can bring out its warm undertones by pairing it with red or pink, or cooling it down by using blue hues. A good partner for royal purple often depends on personal taste. I’ve seen it used with green and bright orange to great effect, but that takes some confidence, or equally, with an ochre yellow. If you want to pair royal purple with a safer bet then choose a shade of grey which compliments it and harmonises’, the trick to the latter being to choose a grey that has purple undertones within it. Which rather nicely brings us onto the next question on purple.
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Color combinations are seemingly endless in fashion and when done well can be gorgeous and memorable. Many people are comfortable with traditional color-pairing combinations such as black and white or tan and blue, but are not as familiar with another attractive match; purple with dark gray. All colors have symbolic meanings and cultural connotations, and how they are paired sends out distinct style messages. In its many tones from smoke to steel, gray suggests seriousness, reliability and stability From pale hues such as lilac to deep shades like eggplant, purple is associated with independence, mystery, creativity and royalty. Together, gray and purple merge the serious and fun sides of your personality.
Seasonal Shades
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In suits and dressier garments, dark gray can be worn all year long. However, this color is most at home in autumn and winter, looking best with deeper tones of purple, such as grape and eggplant. When spring arrives, pale hues such as lilac and lavender lighten up the look, making dark gray more season-appropriate. Brighter shades of purple are ideal for summer; think of an orchid silk blouse with a charcoal pencil skirt. A wide, dark purple patent leather belt can make a dark gray dress look chic in the winter, while a lavender cardigan over a crisp white shirt with dark gray trousers will make a fellow debonair for a summer garden party
Office Attire
Used tastefully, purple can accompany a dark gray suit to work as an accent color. For women, a purple blouse is a pretty and professional touch with a skirt, suit or pantsuit. Purple can also be worked into an outfit via shoes and a handbag — the key is to not have them match identically. For example, go with solid purple shoes and a handbag with purple as one of its colors, or carry a purple bag and wear shoes that incorporate purple as a color. Other ways to work in purple are in a scarf or jewelry, particularly amethysts. Men can pull off purple by pairing a purple shirt with a dark gray suit or wearing a white shirt and sporting purple in a necktie, pocket square or both.
Resist the temptation to go overboard with purple makeup to complement a dark gray and purple ensemble. Steer away from purple lipstick and mascara. They are too runway-dramatic for the office. However, a rich purple nail polish or a demure hint of purple in eye shadow and liner can be tasteful cosmetic touches. For eye shadow and liner, be sure to stay in the color family and blend to soften the look.
