Charismatic 241-5DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #747D9A, estimated LRV 21 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Empire Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #747D9A · 241-5DB
Charismatic
21%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Charismatic Technical Profile
HEX Code#747D9A
RGB116, 125, 154
Estimated LRV20.7
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandDutch Boy
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#767E99
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#747C9F
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Colors That Work With Charismatic
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charismatic
#747D9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charismatic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charismatic Room Palettes
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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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Charismatic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charismatic have?
Charismatic by Dutch Boy has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Charismatic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charismatic are Deep Empire Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Premiere Purple by Vista Paint (a very close match), Bossa Nova Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Charismatic'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 Charismatic?
Charismatic has a estimated lightness value of 20.7, 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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