Violet tulip — Violet Tulip falls into the Violet family. It is a soft, muted mauve with a rosy undertone, like the gentle hue of a lilac or a faded iris. It is in the Violet family because it contains a strong mix of both red and blue, which creates a purple tone, and the addition of white lightens it to a pastel shade. Its nearest neighbors are Rosebud (#B57EDC), Light Mauve (#D4B1C5), and Pale Lilac (#B892D1).