The shade range of purple colors is very rich. It covers both cool tones with a clear presence of blue, and warm, delicate shades with a hint of red-pink. A shade that is too dark evokes sadness and creates a heavy emotional background, so it is not used often. But light tones close to lilac enliven the room and cause uplift.
Have you chosen this particular color for the walls and are now wondering what curtains will go with purple wallpaper? A few photo tips will help you make a good choice.
White
The combination of white with all shades of purple is considered elite. Set off richly colored walls with a translucent white curtain or thin, weightless tulle - this will give the interior a sophisticated look.
If the walls are not monochrome, but, for example, with a pattern of white lace lines, geometric shapes or stripes, then you can buy plain curtains to match the white on the wallpaper. When combining these two colors in the interior, it is not advisable to decorate the room with accessories of the same shades of purple. It is better to choose decorative items one or two shades darker or lighter.
Harmonious combination of shades
The pair “curtains - lilac wallpaper” plays out well in a color pair in which:
- Colors that differ in intensity within the lilac range. The purple palette looks good in a multi-layered combination and patterns of patterned curtains;
- Contrasting colors. For example, watercolor emerald and citrus yellow will add especially expressive notes to the lilac palette;
- Same color palette. Tone on tone is considered a successful combination for small rooms where playing with contrasts is not recommended. If this combination is difficult to choose, it is better to purchase curtains a little lighter or darker than the wallpaper;
- Shades of beige. This color scheme is used in the classic design of lilac interiors with wooden furniture.
The abundance of patterns overloads the room. Therefore, in the absence of a specific stylistic idea, it is recommended to stick to the option in which the pattern is either on the walls or on the curtains.
Yellow
This color forms one of the most successful combinations with purple. It surprises, invigorates and charges with positive emotions. You shouldn’t choose such a “turbulent” mix for the bedroom. But in the kitchen or living room, mustard yellow curtains and upholstery of upholstered furniture or painting of facades of the same color form a wonderful composition. The lighter shades of these two colors also harmonize well with each other.
One idea: pale yellow curtains with a pattern of purple elements, combined with the same plain wallpaper for the walls.
Applicable colors
Representing a mixture of pink and purple, the shade range of lilac is quite diverse: from delicate muted to clear bright shades. The saturation of the lilac background determines the choice of curtain tone.
Companion colors of lilac:
The lilac interior requires the following inclusions:
Shades to avoid in combination with:
Color options:
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Green
This is one of the most difficult, but very harmonious pairs of colors in the interior. The combination of purple walls and light green curtains creates a spring atmosphere in the room, evoking associations with a violet flower bed and a lavender field. These are shades of May greenery and fresh flowers.
A good option for coloring curtains that match lilac wallpaper is alternating blurred stripes of light green, mustard and lilac. Monochrome green curtains and walls in one of the shades of purple without a pattern will also look original. When choosing this combination, it is worth considering that the more green and purple there is in the interior, the cooler it will seem.
Types of curtains
Curtains can change a room beyond recognition and emphasize the exclusivity of the environment.
Thread
Thin threads create a feeling of lightness and airiness and can be used to frame a window or doorway; they look interesting and certainly beautiful.
Roman
They are attached directly to window openings; when lifted, thanks to the longitudinal strips sewn into the fabric, they are assembled like an accordion and draped beautifully.
Rolled
Practical, stylish and comfortable option. The fabric attached to the roller allows, using a special mechanism, to lower, raise or fix the canvas at the desired height, thereby adjusting the level of lighting.
Tulle
Translucent tulle can be smooth, mesh or patterned, and is made from natural fibers. This lightweight material is quite easy to use and maintain.
Blinds
Highly functional, have high levels of light protection. Vertical or horizontal blinds, in addition to their main function, also play an aesthetic role.
Photo curtains
Images on curtains visually expand the boundaries of the room. Thanks to modern technologies, photo printing looks very realistic and high quality.
Double curtains
This is an independent decorative element. Different textures and shades are used for combination, which allows you to achieve an extraordinary effect.
Grey
Gray with purple is a sensual, unusual combination. Matte purple walls in a muted shade contrast very nicely with elegant curtains made of shiny fabric in a deep gray color.
In the bedroom or living room, you can decorate the curtains with swags and molds to match the color of the walls. For a child's room, a combination of gray and soft purple, close to lilac, is suitable. If you want to add a third color to this pair, choose white or light beige - all three colors combine perfectly with each other.
Types of premises where they are used
The lilac background is quite popular in design:
- Cafes, restaurants, banquet halls, hotels - with decorative elements in silver, white, bronze tones. The luxurious atmosphere is emphasized by complex curtains with draperies, lambrequins made of silk, brocade, satin, organza or veil.
- Furniture stores, children's goods stores - floor-length curtains of deep colors are used against a bright lilac background. The freshness of a light lilac tone is emphasized by curtains of pure shades with a rich pattern.
- Offices, offices, creative agencies and studios - against a lilac background, catchy elements of bright mustard, lemon, mint shades are required. Curtains are functional, lifting and comfortable: roller, Roman, pleated, Japanese.
In an interior with a lilac background, there is always the opportunity to experiment and find your own unique solution.
Apartment interior with lilac accent:
Pink
You should not combine these two colors in their pure form: the interior will create a somewhat heavy impression. But by diluting the combination with other colors, you can achieve a spectacular result. White, beige and cream work best for this purpose.
Since the combination of pink curtains and purple walls makes the room visually colder and more spacious, it is best to use it for the interior of a small room, which is located on the south side of the house. This combination of colors can make a large living room facing north look gloomy and uncomfortable.
Bedroom decoration
The combination of lilac and green (as well as orange and yellow) is a bit harsh and can destroy the coziness created. For bedroom decor, it is better to use a beige palette - the tone of the eternal classics of the bedroom.
Textural contrasts will create more comfort:
The following ideas will help bring more comfort to your bedroom:
The design of a bedroom that uses:
Violet
Designers do not recommend choosing curtains of the same color as the wallpaper. But for small rooms, this solution justifies itself, since the presence of contrasting colors will visually reduce the volume of the room even more.
It is not necessary to choose the same shade for walls and curtains. By playing with tones, you can achieve visual correction of the shape of the room. So, if you hang curtains of a richer shade, then the wall with the window will visually move closer to the central part of the room. This way you can “make” a rectangular room square. A similar technique is used for the opposite purpose.
The interior, the main color of which is purple, is memorable for its unusualness. By harmoniously diluting it with an additional color, including other shades if necessary, you will create a unique design for your living room, kitchen, nursery or bedroom.
What curtains to hang in the living room
In the most spacious rooms of a house with a refined atmosphere, the following are appropriate:
- dark purple curtains combined with soft lilac wallpaper;
- monochrome fabrics with original finishing (piping, combination);
- soft draperies (folds, folds, scallops, curtains);
- Viennese and Italian curtains.
Colorful curtains for a lilac living room
For classic living rooms with smooth wallpaper, the following are suitable: translucent fabrics, heavy curtains in delicate shades, two-layer options.
White and purple paints will add intimacy to an active modern interior while maintaining its style.
The overlay of two types of tulle, painted blue and pink, gives a “cool” interior that visually expands the walls: the decor is suitable for small rooms with windows facing south.
Other visual expansion techniques used in living room design:
- a less saturated shade of curtains visually moves the windows away from the center of the room;
- the increased plane of the curtains (higher/longer than the frame) balances the proportions.
Long canvases in rich purple, brown, even red shades, covered with translucent pastel muslin, are suitable for “northern” living rooms.
It is important to remember about the matching intensity of color shades - the darker the wallpaper, the brighter the curtains can be.
