Eggplant 1247-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5A4E88, LRV 9 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blackberry Jam from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5A4E88 · 1247-7
Eggplant
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Eggplant Technical Profile
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Eggplant in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Eggplant in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGEggplant
Very similar
BehrBlackberry Jam
Blackberry Jam
Behr
Very similar
Fully Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Violet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mauve Bauhaus
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Petulant Pat
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fresh Eggplant
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Superstition
Kilz
Very similar
Altar of Heaven
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jazzy Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Eggplant
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Eggplant
#5A4E88
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F6C9D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Eggplant
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Eggplant 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 Eggplant.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Eggplant — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Eggplant have?
Eggplant by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Eggplant in your own space before committing.
What colors match Eggplant from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Eggplant are Blackberry Jam by Behr (a very close match), Fully Purple by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Violet by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Eggplant'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 Eggplant?
Eggplant has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Eggplant's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.