Rosy Purple 244-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A497B2, LRV 33 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mystic Petals from Kilz (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A497B2 · 244-3DB
Rosy Purple
33%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Rosy Purple Technical Profile
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Rosy Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rosy Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyRosy Purple
Very similar
KilzMystic Petals
Mystic Petals
Kilz
Very similar
Royal Proclamation
Vista Paint
Very similar
Iris Blossom
Valspar
Very similar
Twilight Violet
PPG
Very similar
Purple Springs
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Royal Proclamation
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Iris Bliss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Charm
Behr
Very similar
Berry Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rosy Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rosy Purple
#A497B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rosy Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rosy 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Rosy Purple.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rosy Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rosy Purple have?
Rosy Purple by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rosy Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rosy Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rosy Purple are Mystic Petals by Kilz (a very close match), Royal Proclamation by Vista Paint (a very close match), Iris Blossom by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rosy 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 Rosy Purple?
Rosy Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rosy Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.