Wallpaper - Shielded Leaf Purple

Our Shielded Leaf Purple wallpaper, designed by Tanja Smedh, brings together symmetrical Art Nouveau-inspired leaf forms and swirling floral details set against a deep, dark ground. The composition draws on classic damask and heritage block-print aesthetics, layering rich purple and deep eggplant tones with black to create an ornate, rhythmic repeat. What we particularly like is how the mirrored framing around each leaf shield gives the pattern an orderly, architectural presence without losing its fluid, decorative character. Like all our wall murals, it is made-to-measure to your exact wall dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical paper structure.

In the room

With its dark palette and structured damask repeat, this design works especially well where you want the walls to feel intimate and visually grounding. In a living room, we would consider placing it on an uninterrupted feature wall behind a sofa, where the symmetrical shields have space to repeat cleanly across the width of the room. It is equally compelling in a smaller space like a powder room or guest room, where running the mural wallpapers across multiple walls creates an enveloping, jewel-box feel. The rich eggplant tones hold their depth in subdued evening lamplight, while natural daylight helps bring out the finer linework and subtle tonal differences between the purple motifs and the dark backdrop.

Styling it

Because the pattern has strong decorative geometry, we suggest balancing it with furniture that has clean, grounded silhouettes. Deep or warm wood finishes, such as dark-stained timber or antique walnut, sit naturally alongside the heritage character of the print. To echo the Art Nouveau influence, you might incorporate polished or aged brass accents in hardware, wall sconces, or mirror frames. The reflective warmth of brass creates a sharp, deliberate contrast against the matte purple and black backdrop without competing with the swirling linework.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built on deep purple, eggplant, and charcoal-black tones. When choosing paint for adjacent walls, trim, or skirting boards, a rich plum or charcoal offers a seamless, cocooning look. If you prefer higher contrast, a muted antique white or a soft, neutral plaster tone keeps the room feeling balanced while letting the deep purple pattern remain the clear focal point. Velvet upholstery or wool accents in muted ochre, warm amber, or soft mauve also complement the dark palette beautifully.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed-size rolls.

All our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our wallpapers are well suited to a variety of homes and living spaces, whether you own your property or are decorating a rented home.