Purple Essence 660E-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D6D9EC, 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.
Ref. #D6D9EC · 660E-2
Purple Essence
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Purple Essence Technical Profile
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Purple Essence in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Essence in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPurple Essence
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsChill in the Air
Chill in the Air
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Little Cutie
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pixie
Kilz
Nearly identical
Lavender Dreams
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Eyeshadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lavender Ice
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Super Nova
Valspar
Very similar
Weeping Wisteria
PPG
Very similar
Breathtaking
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Essence
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Purple Essence.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purple Essence in your own space before committing.
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 near-identical match), Little Cutie by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Pixie by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Purple Essence's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.