The Year of the Radiant Orchid Horse...

Or something along those lines. I've been working with a new client for the past few weeks who requested a neutral, airy space with bright pops of color, specifically jewel tones. Since she wanted the space to feel calming I decided to stick with mostly neutral grays and whites and just add one color tone. Clutching my memo of Kelly Wearstler's Bengal Bazaar in magenta, I decided to suggest a deep shade of purple. Low and behold, well received!

 I think people are often intimidated by purple given its childish stigma but when worked in correctly it can look grown up and lovely. I love it paired with both neutrals and blues. 

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