Dark Lilac 2070-30 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #554E6E, LRV 9 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Exotic Evening from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #554E6E · 2070-30
Dark Lilac
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dark Lilac Technical Profile
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Dark Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDark Lilac
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsExotic Evening
Exotic Evening
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Harajuku Girl
Behr
Very similar
Fresh Grape Juice
PPG
Very similar
True Romance
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pleasing Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wine Hour
Kilz
Very similar
True Romance
Vista Paint
Very similar
Spirit Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Izmir Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Blue Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Lilac
#554E6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#82608F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Dark Lilac.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Lilac have?
Dark Lilac by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Lilac are Exotic Evening by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Harajuku Girl by Behr (a very close match), Illusionist by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dark 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 Dark Lilac?
Dark Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.5, 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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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 Dark Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.