Elusive Violet DE6010 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D4C0C5, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coco Plum from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D4C0C5 · DE6010
Elusive Violet
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Elusive Violet Technical Profile
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Elusive Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elusive Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsElusive Violet
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCoco Plum
Coco Plum
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Winter Mauve
PPG
Nearly identical
Calm Cupid
Valspar
Nearly identical
Embroidery
Behr
Nearly identical
Odyssey Lilac
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Homespun Charm
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Odyssey Lilac
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mauve Finery
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sweet Blush
Kilz
Visible difference
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elusive Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elusive Violet
#D4C0C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elusive Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elusive Violet 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Elusive Violet.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elusive Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elusive Violet have?
Elusive Violet by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Elusive Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elusive Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elusive Violet are Coco Plum by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Winter Mauve by PPG (a near-identical match), Calm Cupid by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elusive Violet'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 Elusive Violet?
Elusive Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.7, 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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Why Elusive Violet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.