Purple Springs DE5955 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #AB9BBC, LRV 36 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mystic Petals from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AB9BBC · DE5955
Purple Springs
36%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Springs Technical Profile
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Purple Springs in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Springs in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPurple Springs
Nearly identical
KilzMystic Petals
Mystic Petals
Kilz
Nearly identical
Iris Blossom
Valspar
Nearly identical
Simply Divine
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Berry Frappé
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Royal Proclamation
Vista Paint
Very similar
Royal Proclamation
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Soft Orchid Violet
PPG
Very similar
Hydrangea
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Highland Thistle
Behr
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Springs
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Springs
#AB9BBC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Springs
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Springs 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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Purple Springs — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Springs have?
Purple Springs by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purple Springs in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purple Springs from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Springs are Mystic Petals by Kilz (a near-identical match), Iris Blossom by Valspar (a near-identical match), Simply Divine by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Purple Springs'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 Purple Springs?
Purple Springs has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.7, 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 Purple Springs's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.