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Oriental Eggplant

Behr · PPU17-02

The Analysis

Oriental Eggplant is a deep, saturated purple with strong grey undertones, making it a high-drama choice. With an LRV of 5.85, it absorbs a significant amount of light, which will make a room feel smaller and more intimate rather than bright or airy.

Due to its depth, this shade acts best as a bold statement. It excels as an accent wall or a dramatic color-drenching choice for a study or library, but it will likely overwhelm a room if used on all four walls in a small space.

LRV 6

History & Origin

This tone leans into Victorian-era sensibilities, where deep, jewel-toned purples and plums were markers of sophistication and luxury. It mimics the richness of velvet drapery common in turn-of-the-century interiors.

Undertonewarm-red
FamilyPurple

How to Use It

Pair this with warm brass hardware to pop against the dark purple or matte black for a modern, monochromatic look. It works exceptionally well with mid-tone walnut wood, which highlights the eggplant's deep, earthy undertones.

The Mood

This is a moody, restful color that promotes a sense of enclosure and calm. Because it isn't an energizing or 'clean' color, it is best suited for spaces where you want to retreat rather than spaces where you need high activity.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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