Ref. #533E50 · PPU17-02
Oriental Eggplant
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Oriental Eggplant Technical Profile
What color is Oriental Eggplant? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #533E50. Colors similar to Oriental Eggplant include Kilz Eggplant, Vista Paint Autumn Plum, Hirshfield's Royal Velvet. Oriental Eggplant has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Oriental Eggplant creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Oriental Eggplant pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Oriental Eggplant
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oriental Eggplant
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oriental Eggplant
#533E50
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#764E5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oriental Eggplant
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oriental Eggplant 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 Oriental Eggplant.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oriental Eggplant — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oriental Eggplant have?
Oriental Eggplant by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Oriental Eggplant from other brands?
The closest matches are Eggplant by Kilz (#503C50), Autumn Plum by Vista Paint (#513B4B), Royal Velvet by Hirshfield's (#513E4D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Oriental Eggplant?
Oriental Eggplant has an LRV of 5.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Oriental Eggplant's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.