Go back 
Purple Basil, a refined shade of powdery purple with delicate mauve undertones, is the Colour of the Year 2025 proclaimed by PPG (leading manufacturer of paints and coatings), reflecting a perfect balance between boldness and serenity.
“This is a moment of transformation with endless new possibilities not yet imagined thanks to new tools that strengthen human creativity,” said Vanessa Paterson, PPG’s Global Colour Styling Lead.
“Consumers are embracing this time of change and movement and colour trends reflect the need for dynamic colours, overcoming soft – more banal and traditional – colour choices in favour of rich jewellery tones, deeper pastels and ancestral-inspired medium tones.”
“Purple Basil is a medium intensity colour with a neutral undertone that makes it rich, multidimensional and comforting. It is a warmer but still slightly saturated colour, making it a nuanced neutral”.
The choice of Purple Basil therefore represents an evolution in the colour panorama, marking a preference for deep and sophisticated colours, which stand out from the lighter and brighter shades of the past.
It is a colour that speaks of introspection and intensity, while remaining welcoming and versatile, finding application in a wide range of contexts, from fashion to interior design.
Placed between medium and dark, Purple Basil stands out for its desaturation and the red pigments that make it up, which give it warmth and depth.
This chromatic composition allows you to play with lights and shadows, enriching the rooms with a sophisticated and enveloping atmosphere.
It is a shade capable of adding personality without overshadowing, adapting to both traditional and contemporary contexts.
In interior design, Purple Basil becomes the protagonist when used for walls or furnishing details, such as doors; if combined with grey or beige walls, they are the ideal choice to create intriguing contrasts by adding a touch of elegance.
For these types of doors, we recommend choosing gold-coloured handles or, better still, contemporary satin brass.
Such as the Decor handle, which combines sober, elegant and symmetrical lines with the timeless elegance of Neoclassical style.
Strictly made in Italy, this brass handle is not only an accessory, but also a real element of design that enriches any environment. Its timeless aesthetics make it an ideal choice for those looking for style in every detail.
