The Color Purple

 

What do these three gorgeous covers have in common? 

It must be the season for purple because so many recent releases seem to be donning the color. I like the hue - and happen to have purchased all three of the above - but I do wonder about the recent purple proliferation.

If we approach it from color psychology, purple is the color of royalty and connotes luxury, wealth and sophistication. It can also symbolize magic and mystery. Purple is associated with femininity, sensuality and romance.

Purple, the color of good judgment, is sought by people seeking spiritual fulfillment. It is said if you surround yourself with purple you will have peace of mind. That is why purple is thought to be a good color to use in meditation.

Transformation, wisdom, enlightenment, cruelty, arrogance and mourning all also associated with purple, which is considered an exotic color. 

If one's mood ring turns purple, (They still make those?) it means the sensual, clarity and purpose is known.

Any, some, or all of these interpretations would seem right on target for a romance novel. Or maybe the person behind each cover just likes the shade.

Whatever the reason, the purple trend continues. Sabrina Jeffries' next novel How to Woo a Reluctant Lady  - due out in January - is pretty in purple.