Shalimar Purples Purple Empire AP87-4

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Bedroom
Living Room
Kitchen

Colors shown are for reference; actual paint may look different on your walls based on lighting, surface, and surroundings.

Purples
AP87-4
Purple Empire

The Creative Power of Purple Empire Empire

Purple Empire hues are historically linked to creativity, luxury, and spirituality. Lighter Purple Empire Empire soothe and support creative thought, while darker shades add drama and elegance.

Explore Purple Empire - part of the PURPLES colour family - an excellent choice with Bathrooms, bedrooms, meditation rooms..

Recommended for:

Bathrooms, bedrooms, meditation rooms

Benefits:

Evokes creativity, luxury, and introspection.

Design tips:
  • Desaturate with neutrals to keep it sophisticated.
  • Lighter tints are spa‑like and restful.
Best finishes:
  • Matte in bedrooms
  • Satin accents
Works well with:

Frequently Asked Questions

About Purple Empire AP87-4

Purple Empire (AP87-4) by Shalimar has an LRV of around 17, which puts it on the mid-tone side. The undertone reads cool. This is a very dark shade. It looks best on one accent wall, or on doors, grills and trims. The cool undertone suits bathrooms, study rooms and spaces that get strong afternoon sun.

HEX
#6C6FA6
RGB
108, 111, 166
LRV (approx.)
17
Tone
mid-tone, cool