Ref. #A543D6 · 680B-6
Exotic Bloom
20%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Exotic Bloom Technical Profile
What color is Exotic Bloom? It's a deep warm purple with the hex code #A543D6. Exotic Bloom has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Exotic Bloom creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to Exotic Bloom
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Trillium Blue Met.
MPC
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Cabaret
Dunn-Edwards
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Crown Jewels
Vista Paint
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Crown Jewels
Hirshfield's
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Royal Lilac
PPG
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Blue Spruce
Benjamin Moore
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Slate Tile
Sherwin-Williams
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Deep Charcoal
Kilz
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exotic Bloom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Bloom
#A543D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C072B3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Bloom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic Bloom Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Exotic Bloom.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Exotic Bloom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Bloom have?
Exotic Bloom by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Exotic Bloom from other brands?
The closest matches are Trillium Blue Met. by MPC (#6F4BA9), Cabaret by Dunn-Edwards (#845998), Crown Jewels by Vista Paint (#946CAC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Exotic Bloom?
Exotic Bloom has an LRV of 20.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Exotic Bloom's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.