It might be the height of summer, but in the interiors world, we're already thinking about the cosiness of autumn. While dusky blues, sage greens and pale pinks have dominated the high street this summer, these colours are making way for deeper, richer hues – and reddish-purple, in particular, is having a moment.
Luxe, confident and deeply cocooning, purple-reds are synonymous with autumn. Richer than violet and warmer than royal purple, it's the ideal colour if you want to give your home more depth and interest this autumn.
Want to get the look? Luckily, you don't have to buy a load of paint and redo all your cabinets. All you need, in fact, is this £8 cushion from Argos.
Described as 'rich fig', it's perfect for anyone looking to make their home feel just that little bit cosier. With a luxe velvet finish and thin cream piping, it'll add a sophisticated touch to your space – without the hefty price tag to match.
Better still, although the cushion retails for £10 online, you can use the HOME20 discount code at the checkout to save 20 per cent, meaning you can pick it up for just £8. It's a low-commitment way to try out one of autumn's hottest colour trends.
As noted in Pinterest's Spring 2026 Trend Report, purple is on the rise. The platform has seen a 495 per cent increase in searches for 'aubergine kitchen' and, with autumn on the horizon, it only appears to be gathering momentum.
We're seeing it across the high street, too. Fig, plum and burgundy tones are everywhere, from Very's tableware to Etsy's knot cushions, proving this rich, warming palette is set to define the season ahead.
