Purple Essence 660E-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D6D9EC, estimated LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chill in the Air from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D6D9EC · 660E-2
Purple Essence
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Purple Essence Technical Profile
HEX Code#D6D9EC
RGB214, 217, 236
Estimated LRV63.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#D1D5E7
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Lavender Dreams
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#D3D4E6
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Eyeshadow
Hirshfield's
#D9D9EA
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Colors That Work With Purple Essence
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Essence
#D6D9EC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9383AF
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Essence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Essence 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
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Purple Essence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Essence have?
Purple Essence by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Purple Essence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Essence are Chill in the Air by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Little Cutie by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Pixie by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Purple Essence's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Purple Essence?
Purple Essence has a estimated lightness value of 63.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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