The Daring Color Trend That's Taking Over (& How To Subtly Add It To Your Home)

Choosing the perfect color scheme for a home is a big deal –- a home's interior colors can have a big impact on how your home looks and, more importantly, how you feel inside it. While neutral tones have been the dominant trend in home interior design for a while now, some design pros are tooting the horn of a new color as part of interior design: purple. Purple is a bold color, and there are many great shades that can add a dash of excitement to your home and draw the eye.

While you probably won't want to overdo it when adding purple to your home, adding just a splash here and there can help give your home a big upgrade. Some purple shades, including deep purples such as plum, are even being used like neutrals these days. Lighter shades such as lilac and lavender are also very popular and can add that bit of extra "oomph" that can make your home look elegant and interesting without being too overwhelming. Most purples are perfect for either contemporary or traditional home design styles. Consider adding a bit of your favorite purple shade to decor and small accents if you want to upgrade your interior and spice things up a bit without going overboard.

There are various ways to incorporate purple into your home design. One of the best ways is to use it for accent pieces and accessories. Consider adding throws, cushions, or curtains in a purple shade. Adding purple decor such as vases or lamps or adding a purple chair or rug could also be a great idea. It's usually best to use it sparingly for best results. On the other hand, if you do want to get a bit bolder, you may want to add something larger — purple is one of the best accent wall colors, for example.

To get the most out of purple, consider adding analogous colors that are close to purple on the color wheel. Adding blue violet and red violet colors to your space can help any purple decor you've added look even more stunning. However, there are many great color palettes to consider if you're featuring purple in your design. Purple pairs well with many different colors, including brown, cream, gray, and many others. Think carefully about your remaining color scheme to achieve the look you're after. Also, remember that you should aim to primarily use purple in larger spaces. Purple doesn't work as well in small rooms since it can make them feel even smaller. If you add any purple to a small room, less is more, so don't overdo it if you add any at all.