Dusky Lilac 1176-3 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D6CBDA, LRV 62 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Early Lilac from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D6CBDA · 1176-3
Dusky Lilac
62%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Dusky Lilac Technical Profile
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Dusky Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusky Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDusky Lilac
Nearly identical
ValsparEarly Lilac
Early Lilac
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lilac Luster
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Beach Plum
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gypsy Caravan
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Enchant
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Just Bloomed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Butterfly Kiss
Kilz
Very similar
Alpine Moon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dusky Violet
Behr
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusky Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusky Lilac
#D6CBDA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusky Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusky Lilac 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Dusky Lilac.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusky Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusky Lilac have?
Dusky Lilac by PPG has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dusky Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusky Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusky Lilac are Early Lilac by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lilac Luster by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Beach Plum by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dusky Lilac'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 Dusky Lilac?
Dusky Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dusky Lilac's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.