Decadent and different, purples from lavender to plum can make a dining area a treat for the eyes

Exciting colors, longer bloom times, forward-facing flowers ... These hybrids leave old hellebores in the dust

Plum-hued walls, furniture, bedding and even a ceiling show that purple colors can work in any room

Eggplant purple on walls or furniture offers a rewarding payoff: confident, luxurious rooms in homes from traditional to modern

Don't shrink away from violet hues — with the right balance, they can be a room's strongest asset

Make your space feel like a jewel with a palette of rich colors and shiny finishes

Make a plum wall come alive with art, warm metals, ivory, chartreuse, natural wood — and at least one wild card

Go Bold, Soft or Glam With Shades from Grape to Lavender

Chartreuse, Sage, Plum and Violet Combine for Inspired Interiors

Whatever shade you choose — lilac, plum, mauve or aubergine — purple makes a statement