Lush Lilac DE5970 is a purple paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #9D7EB7, 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.
Ref. #9D7EB7 · DE5970
Lush Lilac
26%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Lush Lilac Technical Profile
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Lush Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lush Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsLush Lilac
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCrocus Petal Purple
Crocus Petal Purple
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Plum Burst
Valspar
Nearly identical
Garden Plum
Behr
Very similar
Orchid Blush
PPG
Very similar
Pleasant Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kismet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pleasant Dream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Belladona
Kilz
Very similar
Orchid Petals
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lush Lilac
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Lush 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lush Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lush Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lush Lilac are Crocus Petal Purple by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Plum Burst by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Lush Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.