Graceful and feminine, Lavender has long been a favorite flower and color of genteel ladies. This shade of purple suggests refinement along with grace, elegance, and something special. Purple and its lighter lavender shades has a special, almost sacred place in nature: lavender, orchid, lilac, and violet flowers are often delicate and considered precious. While purple is the color of royalty, lavender is the color of femininity. It\'s a grown up pink.Use the color lavender to suggest something unique or extremely special but without the deeper mystery of purple. Lavender may be a good choice when you want to invoke feelings of nostalgia or romance. Pink with lavender is extremely feminine. A minty green with lavender is a cheerful, Springtime look. Blues with lavender are a cool and sophisticated combination or warm it up with reds. For a contemporary earthy palette try lavender with beige and light browns.