High Society Violet 50RB 37/102 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AFA0B3, LRV 38 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Roaring Twenties from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AFA0B3 · 50RB 37/102
High Society Violet
38%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
High Society Violet Technical Profile
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High Society Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to High Society Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGHigh Society Violet
Nearly identical
BehrRoaring Twenties
Roaring Twenties
Behr
Nearly identical
Obi Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Voila!
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Italian Iris
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Native Lilac
Valspar
Nearly identical
Iris Bliss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Veiled Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Gypsy's Gown
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mauve Melody
Kilz
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With High Society Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
High Society Violet
#AFA0B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for High Society Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
High Society 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 High Society Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
High Society Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does High Society Violet have?
High Society Violet by PPG 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 High Society Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match High Society Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to High Society Violet are Roaring Twenties by Behr (a near-identical match), Obi Lilac by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Voila! by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting High Society 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 High Society Violet?
High Society Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.5, 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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Related Reading
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 High Society Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.