I bought this bike for myself. My favorite color is Purple and pink, I picked this Eggplant color because I thought it was age appropriate I'm in my mid 40's. I didn't think the pink or the brighter purple would of looked right, it seemed to me that it was for a kid instead of an adult. I love my bike it so comfortable!! I wouldn't trade it in for anything. I added a basket with matching fabric and it looks awesome. I get a lot of compiments on it. I can ride it for hours without getting tired. I have to so that I can keep up with my 11 yr old. I have not seen anyone with this bike at all, which I truly love!! My bike color is an original beautiful deep plum!! Hope you go out and buy your bike today!! Have fun riding!!!!!