Faded Violet 50BB 54/079 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BEC1D2, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Future Vision from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEC1D2 · 50BB 54/079
Faded Violet
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Faded Violet Technical Profile
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Faded Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Faded Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFaded Violet
Nearly identical
BehrFuture Vision
Future Vision
Behr
Nearly identical
A Stitch in Time
Valspar
Nearly identical
Polished Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
North Cascades
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Winter Dusk
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Silver Falls
Kilz
Very similar
Favorite Things
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hyacinth Tint
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wildflower Prairie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Faded Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Faded Violet
#BEC1D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9385AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Faded Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Faded Violet 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 Faded Violet.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Faded Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Faded Violet have?
Faded Violet by PPG has a neutral 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 Faded Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Faded Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Faded Violet are Future Vision by Behr (a near-identical match), A Stitch in Time by Valspar (a near-identical match), Standing Ovation by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Faded Violet'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 Faded Violet?
Faded Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.7, 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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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 Faded Violet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.