Lilac and lavender shades in the interior

The name of the color “lavender” comes from the plant of the same name. Its flowers have a characteristic shade of purple. Lavender originally grew mainly near the Mediterranean Sea, but the plant is now grown widely throughout the world.

It is necessary to immediately clarify that the generally accepted concept of lavender color differs from the web name, which can be clearly seen in the color table. For the HTML palette, the lightest shade was chosen, which has a lavender color (the photo of the plant gives an idea of ​​​​the variety of its shades). However, in art and culture, the concept has been assigned to a rich floral hue. In the future, by the name “lavender color” we will understand precisely the shade found in nature. At the same time, we cannot ignore the richness of the color palette we are examining.

Story

Originally used only as a flower name, the term "lavender" in reference to a color in writing was first used in English in 1705. The 1930 book A Dictionary of Color identified three basic shades: lavender floral, lavender gray and lavender blue. At the same time, a fourth shade was also used - aged lavender, which is a dark gray with a lavender tint.

And already in a 1955 book describing shades for stamp collectors, more than a dozen shades were attributed to the color being described, which continues to this day.

Who is lavender color suitable for?

Lavender color is suitable for any person, in fact, like any other color. In order for the color to be in harmony with your natural characteristics, it is important to find your shade of lavender in terms of brightness, saturation, texture, transparency, etc.

All physical characteristics of the material play an important role in the image, not just color! You can’t say that this or that color suits you or doesn’t suit you. Most likely, you just haven’t chosen your shade yet. Or you don’t like this color, so you are convinced that it doesn’t suit you!

Symbolism in culture

• Lavender floral and lavender purple previously symbolized attitudes towards decadence, that is, a lifestyle aimed at cultural regression and the primacy of sensuality over spirituality. For example, the cover of literary critic Richard Gilman's book Decadence: The Strange Life of an Epithet, published in 1980, was made in this color.
• Lavender shades are often associated with luxury in art, food, and drink. In addition, the design in the Byzantine style is accompanied by lavender color (photo in which you can already see the matching colors).
• The 1951 film The Lavender Hill Mob became a popular comedy and was frequently broadcast on television in the West.
• The Sigma Kappa organization, founded back in 1874 at Colby College in America and aimed at fighting for women's rights, has two official colors: lavender and brown.
• “The Lavender Dragon” was the title of a short story by American playwright Eden Philpots, written in 1923. An ironic utopian story about a dragon who steals people to create his people.
• If in the 1890s the color mallow symbolized homosexuality, then later, in the 1950s-1960s, lavender symbolized this movement. And for the first time in this regard, this color was mentioned in the 1920s, indicating effeminacy in something.

Combination of lavender color with other colors

Combining this shade of purple is quite simple; many colors suit it. So, if you want to achieve a simple and modern impression, then choose white or black to pair with lavender.

What other colors does lavender go with? The main directions in choice are presented in the table below.

Soft green, sand, beige, azure - these colors are offered everywhere. Just remember the reproduction of Byzantine frescoes; they also could not do without them (see photo above).

The color we chose goes well with the dark chocolate shade. Men are recommended to combine lavender with gray and graphite-gray shades in their clothes.

You can also combine different tones of purple flowers in a single ensemble, one of which will be lavender. This combination in clothing, for example, is considered eclectic and traditional.

Lavender color in clothes

The soft lavender shade is the highlight of a woman's wardrobe. The color combines richly with various tones, creating amazing images. This is a good accent for a basic set of things. The color is mainly summer, homey, romantic. Perhaps this is not the best solution for a business meeting, but it is almost ideal for leisure and travel. It is neutral for everyday use, but do not overdo it, as its relaxing effect is not always appropriate in our ever-accelerating pace of life. This tone looks especially good on representatives of the “spring” color type. Their yellow-accented skin tone is a perfect match for lavender. However, other color types will be able to choose shades in this range: for “winter” - all bright and pure tones, for “autumn” - with a blue tint, for “summer” - hazy, purple colors.

The combination of lavender color in the wardrobe

The combination of lavender in the wardrobe is a kaleidoscope of expressive, subtle images. Let's take a look: Black makes the main tone brighter and more saturated. The difference in lightness makes you focus on it.

Gray, on the contrary, makes it less noticeable, but the pair is light and harmonious.

White – focuses on the tenderness and fragility of the shade.

The combination with beige and brown in the wardrobe is very soft and natural. The pair can be enhanced by using both shades.

Gold is always preferable to yellow, but if you want to increase the brightness of the look, use sunny yellow shades.

Soft orange tones are an excellent match for lavender: juicy and exotic. You can always add a little pink to it.

Delicate peach and light pink shades create a romantic weightlessness in which you can drown in freshness and blossom.

The shade of red greatly influences the overall look: from a bold to an almost homely look.

Green and lavender are a bold, stylish solution. You can always add a red, orange or blue accent to radically change the look of everything.

But most often light menthol and mint shades are used; they emphasize the fragility and lightness of the main shade.

Gray-blue is another favorite to pair with this color. The light range, although gentle, has an ordinary, everyday character.

Blue tones are often mixed with white, pink, green, and gray.

Use in interior decoration

When decorating, choosing one or another of the appropriate colors can provide a different mood to the room.

If you need to create a complex combination in a unisex style, then lavender is accompanied by black or gray. The modern trend in design will be emphasized by choosing a coffee or mocha shade.

To decorate a nursery, it is good to combine this color with some of the pleasant shades of pink, yellow or green.

Walls painted in light shades of lavender will enhance the brightness of the room, especially if it is used in combination with white. Dark and rich shades of lavender give the room status and importance.

What color goes with lavender when decorating a bathroom? To create a refreshing mood in the bathroom, it is better to combine this color with lemon yellow or yellow-green.

To decorate a married bedroom in lavender tones, it is better to stick to the unisex direction, so that both will enjoy being there. To do this, choose deep brown or black.

It is important to remember that you should not overload the room with this color alone. Accessories for the premises (paintings, flowers, candles, etc.) must be chosen in neutral tones. So, if the room is decorated in yellow-lavender colors, then the accessories are selected in almond, cream, ecru (unbleached wool) and ivory.

Particular attention should also be paid to furniture, since not all traditional colors will be easily combined with lavender. It is better to choose black, chocolate, white, ivory, silver. You should avoid choosing furniture in mahogany, cherry colors, that is, materials with reddish and copper tones.

Similarities and differences between lavender and violet flowers

Lavender or lilac are often confused with violet, as they are very similar to each other. Confusion especially often occurs when choosing dresses for bridesmaids. However, it is important to know what color it is (violet) and how it differs from lavender. So, in lavender the blue and red tones are balanced, while in violet there is noticeably more blue.

Taking into account external data and individual preferences, you can wear the following shades and combinations of these unusual colors:

1. Shining orchid. This amazing combination comes in purple, gray and pink. When choosing an elongated dress of this color scheme, it will become a decoration for a special event.
2. Soft lilac. It looks discreet and attractive. A long skirt of this shade and a light blouse are the ideal outfit for a walk.
3. Lavender. It is considered bright, suitable for girls with a memorable appearance.
4. Purple pink. Ideal in combination with dark tones (black, blue, burgundy).

Application in makeup

When choosing a shade of lavender for makeup, you need to consider the woman's skin tone. If the skin is light and cool in tone, then the shadows should be chosen in delicate shades, close to lilac. At the same time, it is good if the shadows are combined with a silver color. If a woman has a warm skin tone, then you can choose shadows in more saturated shades - ripe plum or dark plum. As for the lips, an additional choice of purple shades of lipstick is only possible if the skin has a very tanned appearance. Only then is there a chance of not overloading your face with shades of purple. In other cases, it is necessary to limit the use of shades of lavender and similar colors.

Lavender color in the interior

Lavender color in the interior is not an easy decision. Despite the fact that the color looks discreet, it is not lost in other shades, but, on the contrary, is transformed and even “highlighted” by them. Therefore, when choosing this shade, you should prepare for a juicy composition. All possible shades with a yellow base and red, pink, blue accents will help you with this. It is the color that will be the highlight of the interior using lavender.

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One comment on “Lavender color and its combinations”

• Larisa

  January 11, 2020, 11:58 pm

  Very useful, interesting information, thank you!