Legendary Purple DE5930 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #4E4E63, estimated LRV 8 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mardi Gras from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #4E4E63 · DE5930
Legendary Purple
8%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Legendary Purple Technical Profile
HEX Code#4E4E63
RGB78, 78, 99
Estimated LRV8.0
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Mardi Gras
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#525167
Close digital match
Approaching Storm
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#4C4B5D
Close digital match
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#4C5064
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Colors That Work With Legendary Purple
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Legendary Purple
#4E4E63
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#725B89
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Legendary Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Legendary Purple 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
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Legendary Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Legendary Purple have?
Legendary Purple by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Legendary Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Legendary Purple are Mardi Gras by Behr (a close digital match), Approaching Storm by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), India Ink by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Legendary Purple'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 Legendary Purple?
Legendary Purple has a estimated lightness value of 8.0, 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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