Fall and winter are all about purple.

Vata’s cold, dry energy takes over. The deepness and richness of the color purple comforts that airy feeling.

From anthocyanin’s antioxidation capabilities to auroral energetics, purple is evocative of youth, royalty and strength. purplish hues from amethyst to plum and aubergine add sophistication to any look.

Each dosha can wear it to assuage their frigid and jittery Vata energetics.

A rarely seen purple aurora. (Image: NASA)

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Spiritually, purple hovers like a crown over the seventh chakra at the top of the head.

Physically, it has the shortest wavelength at 380nm. Purple, or violet, actually sits at the opposite end of the electromagnetic spectrum of red, the color most other publications are boasting for Fall. We did that in Spring to accommodate the temperature change. Purple’s energetics burn hotter than red. In wool, cashmere or velvet, violet’s energy provides the desired warmth in cold, dark months.

Go for a head-to-toe monochromatic look or a splash of plum lips. Mix and match these pieces throughout these seasons for work, rest and play.

Pitta

Twirl in wisteria silk organza to keep things light.

Pair a flirty skirt with a cable-knit cashmere sweater to soften that sharp edge.

Kapha

Sparkle in frisky or glamorous sequin to shine bright on the gloomiest days.

Cropped pastel lilac pants ease heaviness. Top it off with a vibrant plum turtleneck for a leadership flair.

Vata

Stay warm in a wool almost-magenta dress to keep the nerves from quivering.

Velvet skinny pants in eggplant complement Vata frames while harnessing grounding energetics.

A button down matched with a wool cashmere cable-knit in courageous purple add extra warmth in a fearless hue.

Tridoshic

Top off these looks with a beautiful wrap coat and choice of accessories. From lilac eyes to eggplant loafers, these provide endless change-ups and pops of royal purple.