From makeup to fragrance, purple reigns in these lushly pigmented, violet-infused offerings.
Balenciaga Balenciaga Paris
From the fiercely chic French fashion house comes a bouquet of violets, layered with mossy wood and peppery notes. Housed inside a bell jar–inspired flacon, the scent was designed to olfactorily interpret the paradox of light versus dark. ($95; Balenciaga)
Philip Kingsley Pure Silver Shampoo
Specially formulated for silver and gray strands, this color-boosting cleanser contains purple hues and optical brighteners to reduce discoloration. ($22; Bloomingdale’s)
Givenchy Phenomen’eyes Effet Extension Mascara in Purple Impression
This mascara’s rich purple hue illuminates both light and dark eyes. ($29; Sephora)
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Chloé Eau de Fleurs Lavande
One in a new trio of minimalist fragrances based on the classic floral families used in perfumery for centuries. Notes of violet, iris concrete, cedar and a tea accord blend together for a clean scent. ($135; Saks)
MAC Crush Metal Pigment Stacked 1 in Light Lilac Frost and Dark Purple Frost
This ultrapigmented loose shadow, in light and dark shades of eggplant, was formulated with a liquid binder for extra creaminess. ($32.50; MAC counters and stores)
Urban Decay Stardust Eyeshadow in Retrograde
Violet light-reflecting pigments and powder-fine bits of silvery glitter provide a vibrant sparkle. ($20; Sephora)
Halle Berry Halle Pure Orchid
This limited edition blend of rare purple-hued Masdevallia orchid, papaya nectar fizz, blackberry crème and giant sequoia interprets a woman’s allure from day to night. ($28; Macy’s)
Nars Nail Polish In Purple Rain
This limited edition shade is a study in contrasts, its rich plum both classically chic and unexpectedly eclectic. ($16; Nars counters)