French Violet 1175-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #988EB4, LRV 29 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brave Purple from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #988EB4 · 1175-5
French Violet
29%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
French Violet Technical Profile
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French Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to French Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFrench Violet
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBrave Purple
Brave Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Snugglepuss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Yolanda
Vista Paint
Very similar
Yolanda
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purple Mauve
Behr
Very similar
Grape Gatsby
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Purple Hills
Valspar
Very similar
Wonderland
Kilz
Very similar
Purple Dreams
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With French Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Violet
#988EB4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A485AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French 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 French Violet.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
French Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Violet have?
French Violet 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 French Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match French Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Violet are Brave Purple by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Snugglepuss by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Yolanda by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting French 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 French Violet?
French Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why French Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.