The Lavender Orpington is one of the most gorgeous breeds. Their plumage is light and fluffy  with a gorgeous lavender color.  One of the best breeds for newcomers to chickens, and for families with children. Named for the English town where they were developed, Orpingtons come in several feather colors but all are big quiet birds with fluffy feathers that keep them toasty warm during frigid weather. They lay 4-6 large, lightly tinted, almost pink eggs each week.  With proper care, these beauties can live 8 years.  Note that their lack of assertiveness can be taken advantage of by other flock members. This breed can be bullied and picked on by other chickens simply because they’re so easygoing, so you  will want to place them in a flock with non-assertive breeds.