Purple Trinket DE5979 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #665261, estimated LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Legacy Plum from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #665261 · DE5979
Purple Trinket
10%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Trinket Technical Profile
HEX Code#665261
RGB102, 82, 97
Estimated LRV9.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Purple Trinket
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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
Digital 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
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Purple Trinket — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Trinket have?
Purple Trinket by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Purple Trinket from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Trinket are Legacy Plum by PPG (a close digital match), Gypsy Rouge by Valspar (a close digital match), Raspberry Wine by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Purple Trinket'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 Trinket?
Purple Trinket has a estimated lightness value of 9.7, 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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