Lush Lilac DE5970 is a purple paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #9D7EB7, estimated LRV 26 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Crocus Petal Purple from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #9D7EB7 · DE5970
Lush Lilac
26%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Lush Lilac Technical Profile
HEX Code#9D7EB7
RGB157, 126, 183
Estimated LRV25.5
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familypurple
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Lush Lilac
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lush Lilac
#9D7EB7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AC
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lush Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lush 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
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Lush Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lush Lilac have?
Lush Lilac by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple 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 Lush Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lush Lilac are Crocus Petal Purple by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Plum Burst by Valspar (a close digital match), Charmed Violet by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Lush 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 Lush Lilac?
Lush Lilac has a estimated lightness value of 25.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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