Princely Violet DE5957 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #6D5C7B, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pageant Pansy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6D5C7B · DE5957
Princely Violet
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Princely Violet Technical Profile
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Princely Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Princely Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPrincely Violet
Nearly identical
PPGPageant Pansy
Pageant Pansy
PPG
Nearly identical
Plummy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Purple Valley
Valspar
Very similar
Regal Purple
Kilz
Very similar
Gemmed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Plum Shade
Behr
Very similar
Pinot Grigio Grape
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Jubilation
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grapes of Wrath
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Princely Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Princely Violet
#6D5C7B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D6D9B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Princely Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Princely Violet 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 Princely Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Princely Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Princely Violet have?
Princely Violet 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 Princely Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Princely Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Princely Violet are Pageant Pansy by PPG (a near-identical match), Plummy by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Purple Valley by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Princely Violet'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 Princely Violet?
Princely Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.3, 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 Princely Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.