royal purple

noun

: a dark reddish purple

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Add a handbag in royal purple for contrast—and a jolt of color. — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026 Alaïa also featured royal purple and lime green in its show, solidifying the combo's place in the 2026 fashion color cycle. — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2026 Shop the royal purple color trend, in comfy cashmere knits to cool clutch bags and ballet flats, below. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026 The space uses rich colors such as deep green, oxblood red, royal purple, and warm yellow on velvet seats, oak accents, and custom wood floors. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for royal purple

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of royal purple was in 1605

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“Royal purple.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/royal%20purple. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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