Luscious Lilac 18-07 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AF8F9E, LRV 31 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Historic Rose from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AF8F9E · 18-07
Luscious Lilac
31%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Luscious Lilac Technical Profile
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Luscious Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Luscious Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGLuscious Lilac
Nearly identical
KilzHistoric Rose
Historic Rose
Kilz
Nearly identical
Thistle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grapevine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jasmine Flower
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fond Memory
Behr
Very similar
Iris Reverie
Valspar
Very similar
Lady Like
Vista Paint
Very similar
Play Time
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Caribbean Sunset
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Luscious Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Luscious Lilac
#AF8F9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8685
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Luscious Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Luscious 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 Luscious 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.
Luscious Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Luscious Lilac have?
Luscious Lilac by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Luscious Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Luscious Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Luscious Lilac are Historic Rose by Kilz (a near-identical match), Thistle by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Grapevine by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Luscious 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 Luscious Lilac?
Luscious Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.2, 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 Luscious Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.