Parisian Plum DEFD05 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #6E5370, LRV 11 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is California Raisin from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6E5370 · DEFD05
Parisian Plum
11%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Parisian Plum Technical Profile
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Parisian Plum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Parisian Plum in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsParisian Plum
Very similar
PPGCalifornia Raisin
California Raisin
PPG
Very similar
Ultra Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Velvet Beret
Valspar
Very similar
Exotic Orchid
Behr
Very similar
Gypsy Plum
Kilz
Very similar
Vigorous Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Vivid Vision
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Vivid Vision
Vista Paint
Very similar
Purple Tulips
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Blue Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Parisian Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Parisian Plum
#6E5370
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94627E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Parisian Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Parisian Plum 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Parisian Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Parisian Plum have?
Parisian Plum by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Parisian Plum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Parisian Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Parisian Plum are California Raisin by PPG (a very close match), Ultra Violet by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Velvet Beret by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Parisian Plum'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 Parisian Plum?
Parisian Plum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Parisian Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.