25 Purple Paint Colors Our Editors Love

Lavender, violet, mauve — oh my! The HGTV Magazine editors are sharing all their favorite purple paint colors — from pretty pastel powder rooms to whimsical front doors and striking entryways. Read on for all the inspiring purple shades the editors love, plus get tips from designers and homeowners on how to use these colors in any room in your home.

(Vanity Paint: Cinder Rose, Farrow & Ball)

“I wanted to use a soft, romantic shade of purple that complemented the home’s warmth," says Heena Gardner. "This one pairs wonderfully with the browns in the original flooring and the dining chairs.” (Autumn Orchid, Sherwin-Williams)

"These colors feel vibrant and ambitious — and they play so well with pink accessories," says designer Laquita Tate. "This combo would also be great for an office or game room." (Magical by Sherwin-Williams and Mystical Grape, Benjamin Moore)

“What’s great about this soft violet is that it kind of wants to be gray, so it’s not too sweet," says designer Amanda George. "To find it, I scanned a shower tile with the Sherwin-Williams color-matching tool. Anyone can use it.” (Slate Violet, Sherwin-Williams)

“Soft lilac stands out against the cream siding of this house without being too strong — just what the homeowner wanted," says designer and home stager Kelli Webber. "I originally went a shade lighter, but I chose this one knowing the door is in the sun a lot of the time. It’s fresh and new, yet it feels like it’s belonged all along.” (Wisteria, Sherwin-Williams)

“This dusty mauve and moody purple are such an inviting pair," says homeowner and blogger Jamie Orr. "Painting the darker color on the lower half of the wall and the lighter color on top helps the ceilings appear higher.” (Rosey Glow and Roasted Eggplant, Dutch Boy)

“Lavender is such a fun color for a formal sitting room. This shade is eye-catching and works almost like a neutral because it has warm white undertones,” says designer Lauren Robbins. (Lavender Lipstick, Benjamin Moore)

“The millwork on the vanity is so special, I had to highlight it — plain white wouldn’t do," says designer Rachel Cannon. "The hue is a quieter version of the lavender in the shower’s accent tile.” (Veiled Violet, Sherwin-Williams)

“I’d been living in this space for a while, and I wanted to make it magical. My inspiration was spring!" says artist Amina Mucciolo. This lavender is surprisingly versatile. It works with everything in the room — even the green couch.” (Favorite Lavender, Dunn-Edwards)

“People tend to think open lofts have to be all white. This rich purple proves that’s not true!" says artist and designer Kevin Clark. "Using it for an accent wall in the dining area gives the space definition. I also like that it looks like the perfect glass of wine.” (Dark Burgundy, Benjamin Moore)

“I always say, ‘Pick a color and commit,’ so I went for it in this bathroom in my house! The light purple is both calming and sophisticated," says designer and homeowner Mary Patton. "I paired it with blush window treatments, but it would also look great with dark purple or navy.” (Fancy Pansy, Valspar)

Homeowner and designer Amber Guyton chose a rich mauve for two of the walls of her dining room. A stunning monstera leaf mural by artist Michelle Kee on the adjacent wall has hits of purple to tie the space together. (Love Affair, Benjamin Moore)

“Yes, you can have a multicolor couch and pillows, a pink rug and color on the walls!" says designer Kendra Amin-Dufton. "This chalky lavender holds its own and also brings some calmness to the room.” (African Violet, Benjamin Moore)

When Mae and Sam Dennis bought this fixer-upper, it was dirty yellow and hidden by a large tree, but they restored it's charm with fresh paint and plants. "We get a lot of compliments on the color,” Sam says. “People say it reminds them of something from a fairy tale.” (Iced Violet, Glidden)

“Once I chose a funky fabric for the Roman shades in this family’s living room, I knew I’d pull the wall paint from its color scheme," says designer Rebecca Tier Soskin. "I went with a soft lavender that has a calming effect — probably a good thing when you have three young rambunctious boys!” (For a similar look try Lavender Escape by Valspar.)

“My home office is the first room I’ve ever decorated just for me, and I went full glam," says designer and homeowner Julie Geyer. "The bold color reminds me of purple calla lilies. I chose warm gold accessories to chic it up even more.” (Mulberry, Benjamin Moore)

“Gray cabinets and stark white walls didn’t suit my clients’ big personalities. I energized the space with a bold yet approachable peony color," says designer Alicia Hassen. "People always rave to them about how fabulous it is for a kitchen!” (Rangwali, Farrow & Ball)

“My clients’ daughters wanted magenta in their bathroom, except their parents thought they might outgrow it. So we pushed it slightly darker to eggplant," says designer Kate Lester. "The color picks up on the gray streaks in the countertops, and the girls loved it all the same.” (Kalamata, Benjamin Moore)

“Our daughter’s nursery has a high ceiling, so I knew it could handle a bold color. Maroon warmed up the space, and I promise, it feels way less dark than you’d think," says designer and homeowner Candace Griffin. "Blush paneling and decals keep the room playful.” (Sommelier, Sherwin-Williams)

“This condo’s master bedroom used to be a lifeless shade of tan, which was a bad match for the vivacious homeowner," says designer Laura Tribbett. "Eggplant gives it lots of spunk but looks dramatic and sophisticated, too.” (Grape Juice, Benjamin Moore)

“This mix of colors is both energizing and calming,” homeowner Rachel Simon says. Designer Kerra Michele created the bold but relaxed look by pairing lilac and chartreuse — a funky take on complementary colors purple and yellow. “I love living in a happy place that doesn’t take itself too seriously,” Rachel says. (Forever Lilac, Sherwin-Williams)

This enchanting girl's bathroom is full of fanciful charm with floral wallpaper, starburst tiles and a sweet lavender vanity. Gold accents give the space that extra sparkle. (Wisteria, Sherwin-Williams)

Corin and Marcus Edwards' wanted their bedroom to be a zen retreat. Painting the whole room — including the slanted wall and the ceiling — a grown-up shade of lavender helps disguise its unorthodox shape and gives the whole space a restorative vibe. (Native Lilac, Valspar)

“I had to find a way to make a rich velvety purple I was really into work in my dining room. Putting in white wainscoting lightened the space," says designer and homeowner Tamar Kestenbaum. "The dark color dresses it up, and it’s a chic backdrop for my chandelier.” (Dancing Shoes, Portola Paints)