This Is the Exact Purple Paint Used in Kendall Jenner’s Viral Mountain Home

Design enthusiasts can’t stop talking about Kendall Jenner’s Wyoming mountain home, and for good reason. Every room in this home, designed by Heidi Caillier, is a masterclass in creating a space that feels nostalgic, whimsical, and cozy, yet somehow also fresh, sophisticated, and refined.

One space that’s received extra attention is Jenner’s moody bathroom, where Farrow & Ball’s deep eggplant hue, Brinjal, plays a starring role. We called up Farrow & Ball’s brand ambassador and color consultant, Patrick O’Donnell, to learn more about this alluring color. Here, he explains why it works so well in intimate spaces like bathrooms and offers design tips for applying it in your own space.

All About Brinjal No. 222

According to O’Donnell, the company debuted Brinjal No. 222 about two decades ago, but it’s having a major moment right now. “There’s a beautiful depth to Brinjal,” he says. “It’s not quite purple, and it’s not quite red, but it always mirrors some of those characteristics.”

Farrow & Ball’s website describes Brinjal as “aubergine” (eggplant), but O’Donnell says this hue is too nuanced to describe in just one word. “It is slightly eggplant, but it’s a bit more wine-like than eggplant, almost like a Pinot Noir grape.”

If you’re looking for a flat paint color that reads consistently throughout the day, this isn’t it. In a room with natural light, this dynamic paint choice will change ever so slightly depending on cloud coverage and the sun’s position. During golden hour or on an extra-sunny day, expect those red tones to come through. On a rainy day, the purple tones will stand out a bit more.

Well-Suited for Intimate Spaces

Jenner’s bathroom is proof that Brinjal is a well-suited choice for a personal space where you want to feel most at ease, like a primary bathroom or boudoir. The color envelopes you and puts you at ease in a way similar to wood tones. But understanding why goes back to understanding its complexity.

“[Brinjal] creates natural intimacy because of the depth of color and the strength of color,” O’Donnell says. “It looks so beautiful, especially in a bathroom, when you’ve got candle lights on and that lovely warm glow happening,”

On that note, this hue also looks great under warm artificial lighting that mimics candle glow, such as against sconce lighting or a dimmed lamp. So don’t stray away from Brinjal in spaces that receive little to no natural light.

“If you’ve got a north-facing room, which is obviously the most restricted natural light in a home, I think most people think they need to paint it light and white to keep it brighter,” O’Donnell says. “That’s actually the wrong decision. Lean into darker colors for north-facing spaces. Just kind of go with it. Go bolder, go braver, and go stronger, and it’ll be much more empathetic to the natural lighting environment.”

Design Tips for Using Brinjal

If you’re ready to add this deep eggplant hue to your own home, O’Donnell shares his top tips for getting started.

Pair It with Antique Brass

If you really start to dissect Caillier’s design choices in this space, you’ll notice she chose unlaquered brass for the vanity’s hardware. While some people might stray away from this living finish in utilitarian spaces like bathrooms, O’Donnell says these are the exact rooms to embrace it. The more antique brass comes into contact with humidity and the oils in your hands, the more beautiful the natural patina will develop, leading to a worn, and, as O’Donnell calls it, “elegantly shabby” look.

Play with Texture

When working with Brinjal, O’Donnell says embracing texture is key. The color comes alive next to warm wood tones, and when you apply it in a finish with a bit of sheen, like eggshell, on beadboard or shiplap, the shadow play adds even more interest to the space.

And don’t forget to add soft textiles to the space, such as a vintage rug, long and flowy drapes, or even upholstery pieces like a velvet sofa.

Apply It with Confidence

When working with any bold color like Brinjal, you’ve got to fully own your decision. “Be led by your gut,” O’Donnell says. “I think so many of us are worried about what other people would say when we decorate, but just be confident.”

But if you’re new to working with darker, attention-drawing colors, he suggests trying Brinjal in a small space that’s easy to repaint if you experience design remorse, such as a powder bathroom.

This Is the Exact Purple Paint Used in Kendall Jenner’s Viral Mountain Home—Here’s How to Make It Work in Your Own Space