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Faaizah Shah

Minimalists love decorating with this surprising dark color - it's such a clever alternative to neutrals for moody spaces

A dark purple minimalist bedroom.

When imagining a minimalist interior, most people’s first thought might be a pure white interior with natural tones, while darker colors, if used at all, might be confined to accents or small statements. But this doesn’t have to be the case. The rise of dark minimalism focuses on blending the pared-back approach of the movement with a color palette that speaks to our sensibilities in a louder way.

A hue that has captured the imagination of minimalists is a deep fig-like hue. This purple feels darker and more moody than violet or plum, rich with black and red, this is a shade that feels decadent yet minimal. 

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