Mixing Red & Purple: How to Style These Colors Together
Try these chic color combos.
Styling unconventional color combinations is one way to make your space feel more vibrant and inviting. That's where red and purple come in. This seemingly uncommon pairing is bold yet chic when styled carefully to play up the warm and cheerful tones. If you're not sure if red and purple go together, follow these design tips to give mixing red and purple a go.
1. Layer Red & Purple Bedding
Mixing and matching your bedding is an easy way to combine these colors. From throw pillows to sheet sets to duvet covers, you can pick from the different shades of red and purple to outfit your sleeping setup. Supplement the purple and red with a bit of navy blue to bridge the gap between the two, or lean into the warm color palette by pairing the red and purple elements with nearly neutral shade like a coppery burnt orange (like in the photo above).
Rolling out an area rug is another way to pair these colors up. There are plenty of rugs that incorporate both colors into a beautiful design, making it easy to add red and purple into your space. In the photo above, the deep violet works wonderfully with the maroon and navy details. Plus, the dark color palette is great for disguising any stains.
Make mixing red and purple easy by topping your sofa, accent chair, or bed with throw pillows. Combine cozy burgundy throw pillows with soft lavender lumbar pillows to create a contrast between the dark and light hues, or stick with vibrant shades of red and purple for a statement-making arrangement. For added visual interest, go for throw pillows with different patterns, textures, and sizes. This will give your sofa a sense of depth and dimension.
Red and purple tableware gives your tablescape a sweet-yet-sophisticated edge. Pick tabletop pieces in both light and dark shades of purple to create a layered look, and let bold pops of red speak for themselves. Combining these two colors feels dramatic and upbeat, and using gold flatware is an excellent way to amp up the luxe feeling.
Not ready to commit to red and purple as key parts of your color scheme? That's okay, these two shades work well as bold pops of color. Find small ways to incorporate cherry red or orchid purple into your space, such as a red stool at the dining table or a piece of bright purple wall art. These pieces can bring a stylish and unexpected element to any space, allowing you to add the right amount of drama.
If you're looking for something more subdued, opt for pastel shades of red and purple. Soft lavender walls can create a soft, soothing environment, and muted shades of vermillion can add a playful pop. Mix these two with other pastels like baby blue or sage green for a chic, colorful space.
Tip!
Discover more eye-catching color combinations with our guides What Colors Go with Purple? and What Colors Go With Red?
