Until the mid-1800s, purple clothing was difficult to come by and limited to those who could afford the expensive fabrics. That is, until Sir William Henry Perkin accidentally discovered aniline dyes, ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Alzheimer’s Association is painting the town purple for Alzheimer’s awareness. From Aug. 2-7, there is a range of ways for people to participate in the campaign. Businesses ...

THE Purple Patch, a new and pre-loved clothing and homewares shop, will hold a special pre-Christmas shopping spree on ...

In the times of Ancient Rome, if you wore Tyrian Purple clothing of any sort, then you were considered a VIP. The color was most notably used in clothing for royalty, or in some cases wealth. Unlike ...

If we see people wearing purple clothing or fashion accessories today, they are likely doing so in support of those affected by domestic abuse. Today’s “Purple Thursday” is just one of the many events ...