Purple Shimmer 243-2DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #BABBC8, estimated LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Savoy from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #BABBC8 · 243-2DB
Purple Shimmer
50%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Purple Shimmer Technical Profile
HEX Code#BABBC8
RGB186, 187, 200
Estimated LRV50.1
UndertoneNeutral
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
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 →
Savoy
Hirshfield's
#BEBDC6
Close digital match
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#BEBBC9
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#C2BFCC
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#B8B8CB
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#BFBDC4
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#C5C0C9
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Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Purple Shimmer
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Shimmer
#BABBC8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9685AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Shimmer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Shimmer 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 Shimmer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Shimmer have?
Purple Shimmer by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Shimmer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Shimmer are Savoy by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Silverberry by PPG (a very close match), Cosmic by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Shimmer'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 Shimmer?
Purple Shimmer has a estimated lightness value of 50.1, 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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