<p>A 'distinctive' new shade of purple, paying tribute to Prince's contribution to music, art, fashion and culture, has been created by the Prince Estate together with <a href="https://www.pantone.com/pci" target="_blank">Pantone Color Institute</a>. <script async defer src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js"></script></p><p>The beautiful hue, named <em>Love Symbol #2</em>, was inspired by the star's custom-made Yamaha purple piano which was scheduled to go on tour with the 57-year-old performer before his death in April 2016.</p><p>“The color purple was synonymous with who Prince was and will always be," Troy Carter, entertainment advisor to Prince&rsquo;s Estate, said. "This is an incredible way for his legacy to live on forever."</p><p style="text-align: center;"><center><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-version="7" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><div style="padding:8px;"> <div style=" background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:62.485746864310144% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;"> <div style=" background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAABGdBTUEAALGPC/xhBQAAAAFzUkdCAK7OHOkAAAAMUExURczMzPf399fX1+bm5mzY9AMAAADiSURBVDjLvZXbEsMgCES5/P8/t9FuRVCRmU73JWlzosgSIIZURCjo/ad+EQJJB4Hv8BFt+IDpQoCx1wjOSBFhh2XssxEIYn3ulI/6MNReE07UIWJEv8UEOWDS88LY97kqyTliJKKtuYBbruAyVh5wOHiXmpi5we58Ek028czwyuQdLKPG1Bkb4NnM+VeAnfHqn1k4+GPT6uGQcvu2h2OVuIf/gWUFyy8OWEpdyZSa3aVCqpVoVvzZZ2VTnn2wU8qzVjDDetO90GSy9mVLqtgYSy231MxrY6I2gGqjrTY0L8fxCxfCBbhWrsYYAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;"></div></div> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BX2YulCnydn/" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">New Color Pantone: Love Symbol dedicated to Prince.. #colors#pantone#prince#violet#purple#icon#beautiful#music#cool#fashion#mood#guitar#musician#legend</a></p> <p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;">A post shared by Syl (@syl_mas) on <time style=" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;" datetime="2017-08-16T09:33:22+00:00">Aug 16, 2017 at 2:33am PDT</time></p></div></blockquote> <script async defer src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script></center></p><p>There's not many pictures of Prince in any other colour than purple. But his association with the color was taken to new heights in 1984 with the release of the film <em>Purple Rain</em>, along with its Academy Award-winning soundtrack featuring the legendary song. </p><p>Feeling inspired? From <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/cushions/soulful-pom-pom-round-cushion/050206097,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M01G01C05#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">cushions</a> to <a href="http://direct.asda.com/2-pack-Pillar-Candles---Blackberry-Blush/BUNW17CAN33,default,pd.html#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">candles</a> and <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/bedding/duvet-covers/purple-reversible-duvet-set/050212469,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M14G01C37#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">bedspreads</a>, here's how to incorporate the soothing shade in your home. </p><h2>Purple Cushions and floor seats</h2><p>This season, the boho look is on-trend for your home, so indulge it with a <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/cushions/soulful-pom-pom-round-cushion/050206097,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M01G01C05#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">purple paisley-inspired print cushion</a>. It's trimmed with pom poms for an eclectic finish. And we've also got a <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/furniture/beanbags-pouffes/soulful-printed-floorseat/050206107,default,pd.html" target="_blank">matching floor seat</a> which is perfect for those who are short on space and chairs!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="purple-chair-and-floorseat" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/purple-chair-and-floorseat_GL?scl=1"></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><h2>Purple in the bathroom</h2><p>Make it rain purple and add some personality to your bathroom with <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/bathroom-accessories/soulful-tribal-shower-curtain/050213774,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M14G01C37#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">this shower curtain</a>, which has a mix of geometric and tribal influences. Oh, and did we mention it's purple? You can also make your bathroom your favourite room in the house with some <a href="https://direct.asda.com/100%25-Cotton-Towel-Range---Safari-Giraffe/SOULANIMALTWL,default,pd.html" target="_blank">safari animal-themed towels</a>. Complete the look with a <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/towels-bath-mats/chenille-bath-mat-heather/050218967,default,pd.html?cgid=D7M1G1C14S02#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">cosy</a><a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/towels-bath-mats/chenille-bath-mat-heather/050218967,default,pd.html?cgid=D7M1G1C14S02#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank"> bath mat</a> which will soak up all the splashes. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="purple-bathroom" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/purple-bathroom_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Candles and diffusers</h2><p>Enjoy the sweet, succulent scent of fruity blackberry in your home with <a href="https://direct.asda.com/2-pack-Pillar-Candles---Blackberry-Blush/BUNW17CAN33,default,pd.html#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">these two pillar candles</a> which are waiting to be lit. Or if diffusers are more your thing, then enjoy a burst of sparkling citrus, creamy florals, milky coconut and vanilla with a <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/candles-home-fragrance/ombre-reed-diffuser-blackberry-blush/050203879,default,pd.html?cgid=D7M1G1C14S04#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">tblackberry blush reed diffuser</a>. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="candles-and-dif" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/candles-and-dif_GL?scl=1" style="height: 328px; width: 600px;"></p><h2>Purple in the bedroom </h2><p>Add a vibrant purple tone to your boudoir with a <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/bedding/duvet-covers/purple-reversible-duvet-set/050212469,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M14G01C37#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">this reversible duvet</a> which comes with a deep hue on one side and a paler, lilac colour on the other. Or if you're into prints, look no further than <a href="https://direct.asda.com/Safari-Elephants-Bedding-Range/ELEPHANTSBEDROOMSET,default,pd.html#choice:colour|creationDate" target="_blank">our printed elephant bedding set</a> which comes with soft, purple hues. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="purple-bedding" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/purple-bedding_GL?scl=1" style="height: 351px; width: 600px;"></p><p><em>Feeling inspired to stock up on some purple products? Make sure you head over to <a href="https://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/D26,default,sc.html" target="_blank">George</a> or <a href="http://storelocator.asda.com/" target="_blank">pop into your local store</a>. </em></p>

Pantone honour prince with his own shade of purple

By ASDA Admin,16th August 2017

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