Purple is a beautiful, elegant color that often helps invigorate the creative parts of the human brain. Research has shown that simply looking at something purple can make you feel more energetic and innovative. Historically, the color purple has been associated with various positive themes and emotions, including mystery, royalty, wealth, and opulence. It is also associated with good health because purple fruits and vegetables are often packed with the vitamins and nutrients that your body needs to thrive.
All of this is to say that people like the color purple and it is a great option if you are planning on designing your own cards for party or event invitations. Not only does naturally purple draw the eye, but it also creates positive associations that can help ensure that people feel good about the invitation and are more inclined to attend your event in good spirits.
So, in today’s guide, we are going to cover all of the different options at your disposal when it comes to purple cardstock paper. Fortunately, you can easily find high-quality purple cardstock at Fine Card Stock, but we will also discuss different considerations when designing the perfect invitation or card with purple cardstock paper. So, let’s get started!
Choosing The Right Shade Of Purple
Different shades of purple can have very different visual effects from one another. A deep, dark purple can often be more impactful for the recipient, while a light purple can indicate a more delicate, romantic event (like a wedding or anniversary). However, there are hundreds of different shades that technically fall under the umbrella of “purple,” so it is not always easy to decide on the best shade of purple for you or your event. For this reason, we are going to break down purple into a few general categories and shades that can make it far easier to find the best option for your needs.
Mauve
Mauve is a very pale shade of purple that, in most cases, does not add a significant “pop” of color. Instead, it is a calming color that signifies peace, love, and tranquility. Therefore, when choosing cardstock, mauve is a color that is best reserved for events that do not have a “party” atmosphere. For example, you might use mauve to announce a quiet anniversary or a simple celebration of life for a loved one. This is not to say that mauve is a “serious” color; only that it does not invoke strong emotions like some other shades of purple.
Lilac
Lilac is another pale shade of purple that resembles lavender, but it has brighter undertones due to its association with the flower of the same name. Lilacs are frequently used as additions to flower arrangements, and since they tend to bloom in the late spring and early summer, it makes them a great option for the annual wedding season. Lilac has the effect of being both relaxing and beautiful, making it an optimal choice for just about any occasion. You can easily find Pastel Lilac cardstock of varying sizes to fit your specific needs.
Orchid
Like the flower, the color orchid resembles a bright mix of light pink and deep purple. It represents a great middle-ground between pale shades and dark shades of purple. Additionally, orchid is still light enough to use with dark font and have it clearly visible to readers. This, in turn, makes it a solid choice for most kinds of announcements and invitations. At Fine Card Stock, we offer Outrageous Orchid cardstock, which is bright enough for parties and festive occasions of various kinds.
Deep Purple
Deep purple is a slightly darker shade of purple that is close to the natural hue of violet. This color works well in tandem with lighter images and colors, particularly gold. So, if you have a high-end event, deep purple can make a great background color for the invitations. For deep purple cardstock, we provide different sizes of Planetary Purple.
Grape
Finally, grape is one of the darker shades of purple that is essentially the same color as the fruit. Some purple grapes are a little lighter, but grape colors for lights, paint, and cardstock tend to reflect darker colored grapes. If you’re looking for the perfect dark purple cardstock, Fine Card Stock offers the Gravity Grape variety. This color is sure to make an impression, particularly for birthdays, parties, and holiday events!
Purple Cardstock For Wedding Invitations
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Purple is one of the best colors for wedding invitations, as it is elegant, romantic, and luxurious. Though just about any shade of purple can work for DIY wedding invitations, many people opt for lighter shades of purple to announce their special day. You can use the same shade of purple for both the cardstock and the envelope, use contrasting shades of purple, or even use purple with a complementing color like gold, black, white, or gray!
Just remember that you will need to consider the color of the text on your wedding invitations based on the type of purple cardstock you choose. Darker shades will need to be paired with lighter text, while lighter shades of purple should be paired with darker text to make them easier to read. For example, mixing lavender with black or silver font will likely work well, while mixing a grape purple with black text would be difficult to read and visually unappealing. |
Purple Cardstock For Party Invitations
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Purple cardstock is not just for weddings, either. In fact, it is a great idea to use purple cardstock for a wide range of announcements and invites. Purple is especially good for Halloween party invites, as it fits the theme well (especially when paired with orange text or designs). Additionally, purple can help your invites stand out for birthday parties, graduations, sweet sixteen parties, baby showers, and bridal showers — just to name a few!
For example, let’s say that you are throwing a special event for a loved one’s 50th birthday party. You can use a variety of purple cardstocks to make the occasion memorable and express your respect for such a special day. If you put enough time and effort into the invitation designs, you can really make a great impression on all of your invitees! |
Purple Cardstock For Domestic Violence Awareness Events
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Finally, it is important to remember that purple cardstock can offer so much more than a pleasing visual experience. The most notable example is the color’s association with Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Every October, people come together and wear purple to show their solidarity with and support for victims of domestic abuse. The color purple has become an international symbol to raise awareness of domestic violence and its prevalence across the United States and the rest of the world.
If you are planning a Domestic Violence Awareness event, creating invitations or announcements using purple cardstock only makes sense. As soon as invitees see the card, they will likely understand its significance. This will also help encourage people to come and support a very important cause. |
Ready to create your next project using purple cardstock paper? If so, be sure to check out our high-quality card stock paper on Fine Card Stock today, and let us know how you put our card stock to good use!