Ref. #665261 · DE5979
Purple Trinket
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Trinket Technical Profile
What color is Purple Trinket? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #665261. Colors similar to Purple Trinket include Valspar Gypsy Rouge, Valspar Raspberry Wine, Valspar Regal Plum. Purple Trinket has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Purple Trinket creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Purple Trinket pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Purple Trinket
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Trinket
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Trinket
#665261
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D5E6A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Trinket
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Trinket 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 Purple Trinket.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Trinket — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Trinket have?
Purple Trinket by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Purple Trinket from other brands?
The closest matches are Gypsy Rouge by Valspar (#654F5D), Raspberry Wine by Valspar (#6B5462), Regal Plum by Valspar (#64535F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Trinket?
Purple Trinket has an LRV of 9.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Purple Trinket's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.