Sophisticated Lilac M110-6 is a purple paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8A5AB1, LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cabaret from Dunn-Edwards (a visible but close match), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8A5AB1 · M110-6
Sophisticated Lilac
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sophisticated Lilac Technical Profile
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Sophisticated Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sophisticated Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSophisticated Lilac
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Dunn-EdwardsCabaret
Cabaret
Dunn-Edwards
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Royal Lilac
PPG
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Sonic Plum
Valspar
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Crown Jewels
Vista Paint
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Crown Jewels
Hirshfield's
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Clematis
Sherwin-Williams
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Mystical Purple
Kilz
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Seduction
Benjamin Moore
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Purple Tulips
Dutch Boy
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Pearl Violet
RAL
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sophisticated Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sophisticated Lilac
#8A5AB1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AF83AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sophisticated Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sophisticated Lilac 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 Sophisticated Lilac.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sophisticated Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sophisticated Lilac have?
Sophisticated Lilac by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sophisticated Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sophisticated Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sophisticated Lilac are Cabaret by Dunn-Edwards (a close match), Royal Lilac by PPG (a close match), Jubilee by Dunn-Edwards (a close match) — the best options for getting Sophisticated Lilac'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 Sophisticated Lilac?
Sophisticated Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sophisticated Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.