Ode to Purple DE5962 is a purple paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A798C2, LRV 35 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purplesaurus from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A798C2 · DE5962
Ode to Purple
35%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Ode to Purple Technical Profile
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Ode to Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ode to Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsOde to Purple
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyPurplesaurus
Purplesaurus
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Grape Arbor
PPG
Nearly identical
Lilac Garden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mighty Aphrodite
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Yolanda
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purpleheart
Valspar
Very similar
Fruit Punch
Kilz
Very similar
Berry Frappé
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Highland Thistle
Behr
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ode to Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ode to Purple
#A798C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ode to Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ode to 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Ode to Purple.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ode to Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ode to Purple have?
Ode to Purple 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 Ode to Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ode to Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ode to Purple are Purplesaurus by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Grape Arbor by PPG (a near-identical match), Lilac Garden by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ode to 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 Ode to Purple?
Ode to Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ode to Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.