Purple is an amazing color. One can't help but be in awe of nature when appreciating the deep, spectacular hue of a ripe plum, a fresh blueberry or the bold sheen of an eggplant. Lighter tones include the beautiful lavender and lilac - both named after flowering plants. People who like the color of a deep purple are visionaries, spiritual and passionate. Fans of lavender are romantic and imaginative. So choosing one of the many hues of this complex color for your home, for your wardrobe, for your table can add a special and unique twist.
From our book COLOR AT HOME: "From the palest lavender to the deepest black plum, purple is a revelation - creative, artistic. Purple is a bit more eccentric and complex than its closest relatives, fuchsia and indigo. Throughout history, purple has been associated with royalty; today, purple in the home is still rare and refined. Even if taking the plunge into purple demands a bit of bravery, the color creates a fabulous first - and lasting - impression. Deep violets and plums work the same wonders for precious textiles, artwork, and the polished patina of antiques as they do for the stark drama of modern furnishings. Not strictly for grown-ups, purple in a young girl's room feels special, unique. Delicate lilac paired with white lace is quaint, nostalgic. Purple shutters, from grape to eggplant, are a delightful surprise, as is the jolt of a rich, Prince-purple formal living room. Purple is always unexpected but undeniably welcome. Vivid and full of character, purple reigns."
Lavender is not only a remarkable, naturally occuring color in nature but the plant itself provides many numerous benefits. The flowers can be dried and steeped in hot water for a calming, soothing tea. The buds have been used for centuries to make perfumes and essential oils. Lavender also has medicinal qualities - it is naturally antiseptic and can be used to clean and soothe cuts, burns, abrasions and even dandruff. Lavender can be used in cooking adding a wonderfully light flavor to many things from sugar cookies, to lamb to jams and jellies.
Solid neckerchief with satin border; Painterly floral square; Color at Home- Purple