Add a splash of color to your wardrobe with these purple outfit ideas! Learn how to pair purple pieces with complimentary colors and soft neutrals for a wearable look that whispers rather than shouts, “I’m wearing purple”.
From purple blazers, dresses, skirts, and tops, you’ll find inspiration for purple outfit ideas for almost any occasion.
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Neutral clothing is a safe bet and makes a great foundation for any wardrobe. But all that gray, beige and white can also leave us craving some color. If you’re anything like me, you probably love spicing things up with your wardrobe.
Creating an outfit that’s a harmonious mix of colors can sometimes be tricky and even a little intimidating. Maybe this matching challenge has you shying away from colors that bring you joy.
If purple is that color for you, then keep reading. I’m sharing easy, wearable ways to inject a little (or a lot) of purple into your wardrobe.
From the shapeless dress to the satin blazer, espadrilles and more; I love styling all kinds of silhouettes and fabrics!
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Why Wear Purple?
The mix of warm and cool colors from red and blue make purple a neutral color, meaning it’s going to compliment any skin tone! Whether you love to look bright and bold in jewel tones, or soft and understated in pastels and neutrals, you can find a purple to match your personality.
Colors That Go With Purple:
- Yellow
- Orange
- Green
- Turquoise
- Blue
- Pink
Pairing Purple With Neutrals
Create a subtle tonal effect by pairing light purples such as lavender and lilac with softer neutrals. These include:
- White
- Grey
- Brown
Frequently Asked Questions
A neutral colored shoe like white, brown, or black matches just about anything. For more pizazz, select a complimentary color to your purple outfit. You can also match your bag to your shoes for an outfit that screams stylish and put together.
Whether you’re going for a smokey eye or a natural look, matching your makeup to your skin tone is always more flattering than matching it to the color in your outfit. If you want a purple makeup look, select shades with undertones that match your own.
Absolutely! Keep in mind, when paired with black, light purple will have a stronger contrast. Pairing light purple with grays gives a softer look. Shades of rich, deep purple have enough saturation to stand up to the boldness of black.
Purple Dress Outfit Ideas
Make a statement with these purple looks:
Express Shirt Dress | Journee Collection Scalloped Flat | J McLaughlin Suede Bag | Gold Pendant | Flower Drop Earrings
Loft Velvet Dress | Tory Burch Wine Leather Boots | Boden Faux Fur Coat | Floral Drop Earrings Mark & Graham Black Vegan Bag
Ann Taylor Dress | Allegra James Gold Heel | Blue Flower Earrings | Turquoise Clutch
Free People Dress | Raffia Wedge | Frances Valentine Wicker Purse | JCrew Drop Earrings | Heart Necklace
Free The Roses Dress | Castaner Espadrilles | KAYU Mini Tote | Gorjana Gold Earrings
Purple Blazer & Jacket Outfit Ideas
Add purple to your outerwear with jackets and blazers.
Nordstrom Chevron Coat | JCrew Velvet Skirt | Maisonette Blue Flats | VICI Blue Blouse |
Loft Lavender Sherpa Coat | Express Pink Lace Sweater | JCrew Factory Jeans | Tretorn Pink Suede Sneakers
A.L.C Collared Purple Coat | Nordstrom Yellow Blouse | Banana Republic Corduroy Pants |. Sam Edelman Multi-Print Mary Janes
Vince Camuto Green Suede Booties | Anthropologie Floral Dress | Boden Cropped Faux Fur Jacket | Kate Spade Earrings
River Island Blazer | Express White Shirt | Express Faux Leather Pants | Katy Perry Flats
Purple Skirt Outfit Ideas
From classic and feminine to boho and chic, there’s so many cute purple skirts!
Nordstrom Rack Lavender Skirt | Chicos White Vest | Nordstrom Turtleneck | Marc Fisher Boot | Anthropology Headband | Kate Spade Pearl Earrings
Ann Taylor Bordeaux Skirt | Chico’s Feather Sleeve Top | Michael Michael Kors Riding Boot | Dooney & Bourke Shoulder Bag | Kate Spade Earrings | Kate Spade Bracelet
Alice + Olivia Eyelete Skirt | Open Edit Poplin Top | Frances Valentine Pink Bag | Boden Espadrilles | Nadri Hoop Earrings
Draper James Mini Skirt | JCrew Factory Chambray Top | Katy Perry Flats | Coach Bucket Bag
Purple Sweater Outfit Ideas
Rich eggplants, soft lilacs, and everything in between. These purple sweaters are perfect for cooler seasons.
Rails Lavender Plaid Sweater | Loft Brown Corduroy Pants | Soludos Espadrille Flats | Kate Spade Purse
Express Sweater | JCrew Factory Jeans | Birdies Green Flats | Coach Handbag (similar)
Mango Polo Sweater | Franco Sarto Sandals | Boden White Shorts | Dooney & Bourke Crossbody Bag | Boden Belt | Gorjana Gold Hoops
Saks Fifth Avenue Sweater | Loft White Dress | Jack Rogers Sandals | Kate Spade Pink Earrings | Scalloped Purse
Slouchy Tunic | Target Leggings | Brooks Cheetah Print Sneakers | Madewell Headband
Purple Top Outfit Ideas
Get inspired with these fun purple tops!
Lavender Wrap Blouse | Boden White Shorts | Boden Embroidered Espadrilles | Tory Burch Bag | Kate Spade Necklace | Kate Spade Earrings
Loft Velvet Pants | Boden Floral Top | Vince Camuto Ankle Boots | Bow Earrings
Express Puff Sleeve Top | JCrew Factory Jeans | Sam Edelman Shoes | Lavender Tweed Jacket
JCrew Scalloped Blouse | Levis Overalls | Dr. Scholl’s Sneakers | Kate Spade Bag
Is purple a color you gravitate towards? I’d love to hear why or why not!