Simply Violet DE5941 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A6A1D7, LRV 39 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Childish Wonder from Vista Paint (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6A1D7 · DE5941
Simply Violet
39%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Simply Violet Technical Profile
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Simply Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simply 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-EdwardsSimply Violet
Very similar
Vista PaintChildish Wonder
Childish Wonder
Vista Paint
Very similar
Childish Wonder
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purpleheart
Valspar
Very similar
Puturple
PPG
Very similar
Winter Amethyst
Behr
Very similar
Bedtime Story
Kilz
Very similar
Purplesaurus
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mighty Aphrodite
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Forever Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simply Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply Violet
#A6A1D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E80B2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simply Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply 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 Simply Violet.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Simply Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply Violet have?
Simply Violet by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Simply Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simply Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Violet are Childish Wonder by Vista Paint (a very close match), Childish Wonder by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Purple Vision by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Simply 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 Simply Violet?
Simply Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Simply Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.