1. Purple Reign
Is purple the new black? Whether it was plum, lavender, aubergine, violet, or amethyst, there was no ignoring the seemingly 50 shades of purple in 2023. Long associated with power, luxury, royalty and nobility, purple cast a wider net in the world of design this year, reflecting a desire to have something unique, individual and, perhaps, unexpected. The color’s many moods expressed itself through plush fabrics, fashion-forward accessories, one-of-a-kind marble slabs and even contemporary table settings and floral arrangements for entertaining.
Whereas in the past, purple may have been a mere accent, 2023 saw it taking a starring role in the form of complete rooms enveloped in the color. However you decide to use Purple 2.0—a little or a lot—do it with aplomb. Just don’t call it grape or mauve!