Ref. #79669E · PPU16-03
Purple Paradise
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Paradise Technical Profile
What color is Purple Paradise? It's a deep warm purple with the hex code #79669E. Colors similar to Purple Paradise include PPG Reign Over Me, Kilz Mystical Purple, Sherwin-Williams Clematis. Purple Paradise has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Purple Paradise 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 Purple Paradise
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Paradise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Paradise
#79669E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Paradise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Paradise 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 Paradise.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Paradise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Paradise have?
Purple Paradise by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Purple Paradise from other brands?
The closest matches are Reign Over Me by PPG (#76679E), Mystical Purple by Kilz (#796A9D), Clematis by Sherwin-Williams (#7E6596). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Paradise?
Purple Paradise has an LRV of 16.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Paradise's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.