Candied Purple 143-3DB is a purple paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C8BFDB, estimated LRV 55 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is February Amethyst from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #C8BFDB · 143-3DB
Candied Purple
55%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Candied Purple Technical Profile
HEX Code#C8BFDB
RGB200, 191, 219
Estimated LRV54.7
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 Familypurple
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#CAC0DE
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#C6BEDD
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#CEC3DD
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#D5C8E3
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#BDB4D4
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Colors That Work With Candied Purple
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candied Purple
#C8BFDB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A685AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candied Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candied Purple 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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Candied Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candied Purple have?
Candied Purple by Dutch Boy 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 Candied Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candied Purple are February Amethyst by Kilz (a close digital match), Purple Dragon by PPG (a close digital match), Lavender Bliss by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Candied Purple'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 Candied Purple?
Candied Purple has a estimated lightness value of 54.7, 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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