I ordered 2 pairs of these gloves, one in Purple and the other in Royal Blue. I was hesitant, since the "illustration" was very nearly useless. The colors were absolutely as described - PURPLE - as in "absolutely PURPLE" - Crayola Crayon PURPLE - very vivid and bright. The Royal Blue was also extremely bright and pretty, and absolutely ROYAL BLUE. The gloves were very stretchy and comfortable - almost having a pleasant "support" feeling to them. (I have arthritis in my hands, and these are almost enjoyable to wear. I think they would make excellent SLEEPING gloves - both if you tend to have cold hands, or if you have swelling and achiness. The vivid colors should slow down other family members from "borrowing" them for outerwear!!!