Liss refers to the importance of being aware of what is popular reflected in both color and texture. She tells us that purple has risen as the most popular color for the holidays, after red and green. Purple is festive and considered neutral since so many other colors work with it. The purple family is so broad and versatile you can take it in many directions. It pairs with reds, for a vibrant hot feeling, when combined with gold and silver it emotes a more subdued statement.
Blues bring in a monochromatic celestial feeling.
Tones of lavender blend well for a softer feeling. Purple also compliments rose, magentas and pinks. Midwest of Cannon Falls currently features purples in their popular Amethyst theme with soothing amethyst colors of nature. Shades of purple will be introduced again in their 2001 line of home decor and holiday decorating. Responding to last year's Paris runway, this season also points to the color blue with lustrous, smoking light blues, revealing a crystalline shimmer.