The lilac color will be relevant in the interior of any room if you choose the right shade. With its help you can create the necessary atmosphere in the living room, bedroom, hallway and kitchen. This refined and sophisticated, sometimes mysterious and even mystical color is multifaceted, and therefore in demand in many interior styles.
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Interior combinations
- Snow + violet
The union of lightness and airiness, giving the room freshness and tenderness, will look harmonious and will not look cloying. It will be an excellent solution in the Provence style and can be used in all design solutions.
- Graphite + lilac
A lilac accent is a fresh and harmonious solution for a room decorated in graphite tones - it will help dilute the grayness and severity of the room, add freshness, and will be suitable for any style, even for strict minimalism.
- Nude + ice orchid
This combination looks modest and elegant, giving the room comfort and a touch of chic. Suitable for quiet rooms, bedroom, living room, office for true ladies of all ages. In addition, these tones will be quite harmonious in the design of a child’s room for a girl.
- Azure + lupine
All the tones of the pastel palette complement each other perfectly, even though these tones are quite bright. This mix will give your room coolness, freshness, airiness, create a calm mood, and can be used in the design of bedrooms, lounge areas, and for the decor of a country house.
- Mint + hyacinth
Perfectly refreshes, brings you closer to nature, adds a vintage mood; such an eco-union can be used in the design of bedrooms, bathrooms, and hallways. Suitable for both modern design and designs from past centuries.
- Sapphire + amethyst
This combination is recommended for use for spot decoration, since these tones themselves are quite saturated, and if you use them for a continuous design, you can overload the room, which will give it heaviness and a feeling of twilight.
- Lemon + purple
This combination looks very bright and balanced, gives a cheerful atmosphere, a feeling of sunshine, and gives a positive attitude. Ideal for decorating a reception area, a children's area, or a play area.
- Turquoise + fig
The mix with rich violet looks luxurious, gives additional comfort and a touch of bohemianism. Good for decorating bedrooms for older people. Also relevant in the decoration of large open spaces.
- Orange + grapes
A rather bold symbiosis of rich tonality will breathe new life into a large open room. It sets you up for inspiration, a desire for new achievements, and looks very original. Will appeal to eccentric, brave people. Good for home workplace, creative spaces.
- Grass + iris
A union bestowed by nature. Soft, calm, laconic, visually expands the space and gives freedom of space. A very convenient and practical choice.
Design tips
How to best use lilac shades in rooms:
1. If the living room faces south, the main background is lilac. In addition to it, you can choose light blue tones; in pairs they will give a feeling of necessary freshness.
2. The living room is located on the north side; light pink or sand color can be added to the lilac tones. This will create the impression of a lack of light and warmth.
3. If you need to visually expand a small room, then a room in lilac tones will acquire lightness and additional volume. You can decorate the walls with light shades of lilac paint, and the ceiling with a lighter tone, but also lilac. Using such techniques, designers create an unusual effect.
4. The combination of other colors with lilac will add a special charm to any room. By adding lilac or dark purple color, the living room will become solemn, such interiors were used by aristocrats in past centuries. Light blue shades are often used to add luxury to palaces and create a glamorous atmosphere. Gray color paired with a lilac shade can be used for eclecticism.
Small bedroom idea
For a small room, it is worth choosing light or blurry shades; a slight gradient or transition in tones is allowed. And in combination with lighting, the effect will be simply amazing; the walls will move away and let in fresh spring air, even if it’s cold outside in winter.
In such a room there is no need to focus on the walls - lavender curtains, a bedspread or a bedside table will suffice.
Decor and accessories
The furniture is selected based on the style direction of the living room. But it should be remembered that lavender shades go well with complex drapery, chandeliers, glass, crystal, metal frames, gilding, elegant figurines, and candlesticks. It is not advisable to combine the shade with the rough texture of wood, leather and stone.
Purple furniture
When creating an interior design, it is very important to choose the right not only color scheme, but also the texture of materials. Soft surfaces such as amethyst velvet or velvet add warmth, comfort and luxury. If the furniture upholstery is silk, satin or jacquard, then such a smooth texture emphasizes the coldness of lilac shades and the sophistication of the furniture set.
In addition, the choice of upholstered furniture is influenced by the style in which the interior will be decorated:
- for modern times, asymmetrical, streamlined furniture with elegant armrests is optimal;
- if the room is decorated in a minimalist style, then the sofa should be simple and plain;
- for a modern design, you can choose a youth style and coverage with bright prints.
Accents in the interior
If the room is made in pastel colors, then you can choose 2-3 objects that attract attention. For example, a purple floor lamp or chandelier, a tablecloth, pillows or a small sofa are suitable for this. To make the composition elegant and harmonious, you need to choose objects of the same size and place them in different areas of the room.
Any interior made in cool colors will be enlivened by fresh flowers. The embodiment of sophistication is, of course, the orchid. However, you can also use other indoor plants such as viola, cyclamen, lavender pelargonium or fuchsia. A noble addition to the interior can be accessories made from natural precious stones and ornamental stones: charoite, jadeite, chalcedony, amethyst.
Many factors influence the overall impression of a living room design. It's not just about wall coverings, style and furniture design, but also about much more. First of all, we note that the quality of lighting plays an important role. That is, pay attention to the position of the window and, based on it, choose the right lighting.
Remember that bright light will make the living room more elegant, and soft light will create a romantic and light atmosphere. For greater lightness, it is worth buying light tulle, even if the curtains are quite thick. All this will significantly improve the perception of lilac color in the interior.
Regardless of the chosen interior style, small accents always add special comfort and warmth. These are various paintings, photographs, posters on the walls. Luxurious or laconic vases with fresh flowers not only decorate the room, but also fill it with an amazing aroma.
As for stickers, the attitude towards them is still ambiguous. Some consider such details outdated and meaningless. However, there are modern options that look completely different.
The textile design also attracts attention. First of all, we are talking about curtains that can emphasize the overall style of the interior. The sofa is often decorated with original pillows. They reflect the overall picture and only emphasize the good taste of the owners.
Interestingly, the pillows do not necessarily have to be lilac. In this case, even the lightest and most neutral shades will look great. However, it is very important that the textiles are of high quality and pleasant. The most suitable options are linen or cotton. They will organically fit into the overall style of the living room.
When thinking about the interior of a living room in lilac color, it is very important to listen to your preferences. And only then pay attention to fashion trends. In this case, the design will delight you for a long time.
Lilac in wall decoration
- For the Provence style, the entire spectrum of lilac tones is used: from lilac snow to rich clematis; furniture in nude tones, textiles with floral prints, and wooden elements go well with them.
- For the classics, the same full spectrum is acceptable, harmonious with decorative elements from a universal palette of expressive texture - leather, velvet, metal accessories.
- Delicate lilac tones with graphite or pink notes, surrounded by snow-white, suit the romantic style: design elements will highlight them favorably.
- For minimalism, the lilac spectrum is used less frequently, mainly in spot decor; try to use them in accents to enhance attention to the central element of the decor; laconic furniture will help you with this.
- In the Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles, combinations of rich tones are in harmony; complement them with elements of dark wood; you can also add gold and brass accessories.
- Boho style will be harmonized with variations of light spectrums of lilac, add accessories made of wicker and rattan.
- Modern style can mix contrasting tones of the same spectrum; antiques and art will perfectly complement the wall decoration, making the room original and ultra-modern.
What to consider
Yes, not everyone has good taste or at least a basic understanding of color, so there are some rules, following which it is much easier to avoid making gross mistakes.
Color has several parameters, due to which a combination with different shades of another color can look either great or absolutely terrible.
Lilac, unlike purple, does not need to be diluted with other colors - it is self-sufficient in itself. Although, you shouldn’t get carried away and make the entire room in this color, it can play a cruel joke on you. Also, unlike purple, lilac does not compress space.
You should not use more than four shades of the same color. Since lilac is a shade balanced with both cold and warm undertones, its gradient is very wide. Its variations are scattered across the widest spectrum, from the coldest to the warmest shade.
Kitchen area in the orchid
In Provence, Boho, Classic, kitchens made of wooden materials, painted with a lilac palette, both with carved and glossy doors, will look great. In an ultra-modern and minimal style, give preference to smooth surfaces, varnished or matt, simple in design and discreet. Doors with glass inserts will perfectly complement Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles.
For large surfaces
But not only artists use oil paints. If lilac is the color of the interior, then you can get it in a completely different way. The range of shades in hardware stores is not so wide, so you can contact a specialized store. There you can choose the desired color using the color catalog. The paint is mixed in special machines, so there is enough of it to paint surfaces.
In general, the method for obtaining purple color is similar to the previous ones, but there is an important nuance. When painting with watercolors, white is used extremely rarely. Their role is played by water, which makes the paint more transparent. Therefore, to obtain a purple color, as already mentioned, you do not need whitewash. It is enough to take blue and red colors, mix them and dilute them with water to the desired shade.
True, many watercolor sets already contain purple paint, and you can use it. If you want to make the purple color closer to red or blue, you can add a little red or blue paint to the purple. After this, remember to add enough water.
Storage systems for lilac tones
This color scheme will be in harmony when stored in bedrooms, children's rooms and dressing rooms. Such a storage system will create an atmosphere of coziness and comfort, tenderness and romance. And for bathrooms, a laconic storage system with metal legs is suitable.
Shades
If lilac shades are conditionally divided into groups, then there will be 3 main ones: warm bed tones, rich and bright heavy colors. Warm lilac shades can be used as the main color of the room, especially if it is a bedroom or children's room. Such shades have a calming effect and help you relax.
They are still not recommended for a working office style or canteen; a too relaxed atmosphere will only get in the way. In this option, it is better to focus on rich lilac shades. Heavy colors such as purple or scarlet will put pressure on the owner; usually the emphasis is on one piece of furniture or a fragment of the room. But this is also a controversial issue; if the owner of an office or teenage bedroom is not pressured by the surrounding color saturation, then you can and should use your favorite color palette.
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Lilac lounge area
The lilac decoration of the lounge area is harmonious in both solid and dotted decor. This paint sets the mood and makes the room incredibly stylish. For spot decor, give preference to a nude base tone with bright details in the form of upholstered furniture or textiles.
Living room
In the hall, lilacs are surrounded with white, gray, beige touches, avoiding intrusiveness. Light tulle and velvet upholstery in lavender and lavender tones will add elegance, and the contrast of orange, sky blue, and pinkish splashes will enliven the environment.
- For example, dark gray upholstered furniture, and the coffee table, textiles, and floor lamps have purple-lilac tones.
- An arrangement with any type of wood is always a winner.
- A stylish look is born when the brown-purple alliance is involved.
- An unexpected effect is achieved by the light floor and coal-black walls, one of which has wallpaper with a lilac abstraction.
- The furnishings include a purple sofa, and the lamps have charcoal lampshades.
Lilac kitchen and dining areas
Cozy kitchen - what could be simpler if you add lilac tones to its decoration? Lavender in combination with light or white wood and cute details will create additional convenience and will not leave indifferent even the most demanding housewife. And lovers of strict classics and minimalism should add gloss to the surface and metal accessories.
Adding sun
The combination of lilac color in the interior with pale yellow shades makes the interior more refined and noble. In this case, lilac can be darker, with a grayish undertone.
Lilac tones go well with yellow, creating contrast. Such a duet is rare in nature and therefore unusual for the human eye. A good example is pansies.
The combination of lilac and yellow in the kitchen interior is very bright. Objects of this coloring are good for demarcating space. The interior in this case turns out to be light, sunny and quite catchy.
In the case of children's bedrooms, it is recommended to dilute the coldness and detachment of a lilac shade with colorful and energetic yellow, creating a mood of spontaneity and energy.
Lilac sleeping area
Light shades of the lavender spectrum can achieve a relaxing effect and set you up for a good night's sleep. Wall decoration or spot decoration is an excellent solution for the sleeping area. Complete with a soft pile carpet, rugs and poufs.
Practical recommendations
After you leave the steam room, do not rush to go to bed to rest. Walk for 5 minutes, take a deep breath, cool down
Take a warm shower and, if desired, bathe with soap and shampoo. It is important to observe the progression of being in the bathhouse and resting outside the cabin. The longer you are in the steam room, the longer your rest outside should be.
In no case is it the other way around. Avoid disturbing the water balance. Drink warm (hot if possible) tea or water. You can use cosmetics after 3-4 sessions, when the body has already warmed up enough and sweated. The same applies to the use of a hard washcloth and honey wrap.
A visit to a Russian bathhouse, following important aspects and recommendations, will help you get rid of many diseases, lose excess weight, tone your muscles and give your skin elasticity. Take care of your own health, do not force yourself into the steam room.
Lilac office or home workplace
A work area in bright lilac tones sets a positive mood, is a source of inspiration and gives a boost of energy. This workplace is ideal for representatives of creative professions and the beauty industry. Both continuous and dotted decor will look harmonious.
The best companions of lilac-violet colors
The best companion of lilac is gray in any of its variations. All its shades, from delicate pearls to graphite, miraculously soften the severity of the violet-lilac range. As a result, you get a delicate and unobtrusive interior that needs bright islands - a bright yellow vase, a pink chandelier or lush green pillows.
If you choose natural shades of lilac, then it literally merges in harmony with the same natural colors: mint, olive, heavenly, sand, peach, and in small details - a wine tint.
The green-turquoise color scheme in combination with purple creates a cheerful mood - this combination is reminiscent of a fresh alpine meadow on a bright spring day. Such an interior is fresh and light, but it does not look cold.
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Lilac bath and toilet
For bathroom design, it is better to choose a light color scheme of the lavender spectrum; it will visually expand the space and will not overwhelm. Bright colors can be used as spot decoration, textiles, bath accessories, and curtains.
Photo gallery
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