Red, yellow, green, and brown – these are the classic colors of autumn. They come back into style every year, signaling the start of cozy season and mimicking fresh fall foliage with their warmth and rich shades.
But this autumn, we’re noticing a new fall color trend joining forces with the greats – purple. Like a slightly cooler, more refreshed version of the oxblood and burgundy tones that took over the design scene last year, purple brings an elegant edge to traditional fall color schemes. This regal color is deep and alluring, and it spans from richer shades like plum and aubergine to cool and saturated tones like grape and royal purple.
Purple was all over the Fall/Winter 2026 runways earlier this year, with Loewe, Tory Burch, and Celine all featuring the shade. Plus, our favorite home decor brands have featured its elegance in their fall collections, like GreenRow's Plaid Pillow with its purple-toned pattern and Anthropologie's Nature Scene Wallpaper in chic shades of purple. Crate & Barrel's fall drop has plenty of purple picks too, from the Calda Blanket and the Bowen Pillow Cover to the Anneli Upholstered Bed.
The warmth of traditional fall tones needs a cooling complement, and this year, that color is purple. Shop our favorite purple picks for fall below.
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