Violet Gems DE5940 is a purple paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #C4C0E9, estimated LRV 55 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peak of Perfection from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #C4C0E9 · DE5940
Violet Gems
55%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Violet Gems Technical Profile
HEX Code#C4C0E9
RGB196, 192, 233
Estimated LRV55.3
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 Familypurple
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Violet Gems
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Gems
#C4C0E9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F7BB7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Gems
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Gems 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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Violet Gems — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Gems have?
Violet Gems by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple 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 Violet Gems from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Gems are Peak of Perfection by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Pretty Posie by Vista Paint (a very close match), Pretty Posie by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violet Gems'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 Violet Gems?
Violet Gems has a estimated lightness value of 55.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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