Purple is simply a combination of red and blue. If you add green, you will add a smoky tone. At one point in time, both red dyes and blue tinting were expensive and hard to come by.
Luckily, you no longer have to be royal to wear or decorate your space with purple!
The shades in this comparison will hold their own, but many of them will also back down and serve as an excellent foil for other blended shades, such as green or coral.
Here are 7 purple paint colors you can try in your home.
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1. Dark Purple 2073-10 Benjamin Moore
Dark purple is a beautifully balanced color with just enough green in the mix to take the edge off. If you intend to put this color on a wall, this shade may allow you to play a bit.
For example, you may want to try out different sheens. It will take time to allow each layer to cure, but you could paint a wall in a flat shade of this and add a semi-gloss stripe or a textured pattern with a stippling brush.
Use light colors in combination with this shade, such as a pale gray-green or a pale, well-balanced gray.
RGB: 152, 29, 151
Hex Code: #221C35
Peel-and-Stick Paint Sample – Dark Purple (2073-10) – Purple – Benjamin Moore
2. Concord Grape SW 6559 Sherwin Williams
Concord Grape SW 6559 is a bold, vibrant purple with red undertones that delivers high impact and creative energy. This rich hue adds a touch of drama and personality, making it a favorite for accent walls, playrooms, studios, or statement front doors.
Pair it with crisp white, soft gray, or even chartreuse for a modern twist. It’s a trending choice for artistic, confident interiors that stand out.
RGB: 71, 58, 89
Hex Code: #473A59
Peel-and-Stick Paint Sample – Concord Grape (6559) – Sherwin-Williams
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3. Majestic Purple SW 6545 Sherwin Williams
Majestic purple is a deeply saturated shade that leans toward blue. It’s cool enough that it could serve as a wonderful foil for other cool shades as long as they’re not too dark.
For example, bright white trim would look terrific against this color. Pale gray shades and very light shades of pink will also work well with Majestic purple.
If you’re looking for an accent wall for a playroom or an older child’s bedroom, this color will serve.
RGB: 65, 65, 94
Hex Code: #41415E
Peel-and-Stick Paint Sample – Majestic Purple (6545) – Purple – Sherwin-Williams
4. Eggplant (1379) – Benjamin Moore
Eggplant is a beautifully balanced shade that may appear wine or burgundy in full daylight. Because it has a bit more red than blue, this is an ideal color to add old-world elegance to a space.
If your home is currently all one color, try adding eggplant fabric on furniture or invest in a rug that features this shade. If you want to put it on a wall, take care not to use it in a space that is already quite colorful.
You may create a visual space that makes it hard to focus on just one shade.
RGB: 93, 55, 84
Hex Code: #5D3754
Peel-and-Stick Paint Sample – Eggplant (1379) – Black – Benjamin Moore
5. Izmir Purple SW 6825 Sherwin Williams
Izmir Purple is a rich, jewel-toned purple with strong blue undertones, giving it a luxurious and energetic feel. It sits between amethyst and plum, leaning slightly cool, and delivers bold color without becoming too dark or overpowering.
Named after the vibrant Turkish city of Izmir, this shade evokes creativity, confidence, and cultural richness. Use Izmir Purple on one wall to make a statement in a living room, bedroom, or dining area. It adds depth and elegance when balanced with soft neutrals.
Also popular in home offices and powder rooms!
RGB: 79,68,111
Hex Code: #4F446F
Peel-and-Stick Paint Sample – Izmir Purple (6825) – Sherwin-Williams
6. Ruby Violet SW 9076 Sherwin Williams
Ruby violet is one of the few shades of dark purple that could, in the right circumstances, be used as a neutral. It is wonderfully balanced and slightly muted, thanks to the green in the mix.
It is saturated, but will not overpower a room. Pair this with other gently blended shades, such as ivory in baskets and wicker furniture, and with sage green in your choice of flooring.
If you love houseplants, this shade will serve as an excellent foil to display your green thumb!
RGB: 155, 127, 140
Hex Code: #9B7F8C
Peel-and-Stick Paint Sample – Ruby Violet (9076) – Purple – Sherwin-Williams
7. Indigo (6531) – Sherwin-Williams
Indigo is a wonderful choice for someone who just wants some kind of color in their home. If you’re renting and can’t paint, an indigo comforter will create an eye-catching accent for other shades.
It works beautifully with pastels, especially if you can stick with very light shades. Pale yellows, pinks, and purples will all glow against indigo.
Curiously, this color may not play with other shades that contain a lot of blue.
RGB: 75, 0, 130
Hex Code: #284a70
Peel-and-Stick Paint Sample – Indigo (6531) – Blue – Sherwin-Williams
