Ref. #705C79 · 13-20
Pageant Pansy
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pageant Pansy Technical Profile
What color is Pageant Pansy? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #705C79. Colors similar to Pageant Pansy include Dunn-Edwards Princely Violet, Kilz Regal Purple, Sherwin-Williams Plummy. Pageant Pansy has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Pageant Pansy creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Pageant Pansy pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Pageant Pansy
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pageant Pansy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pageant Pansy
#705C79
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D6B93
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pageant Pansy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pageant Pansy 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 Pageant Pansy.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pageant Pansy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pageant Pansy have?
Pageant Pansy by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pageant Pansy from other brands?
The closest matches are Princely Violet by Dunn-Edwards (#6D5C7B), Regal Purple by Kilz (#70627F), Plummy by Sherwin-Williams (#675A75). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pageant Pansy?
Pageant Pansy has an LRV of 12.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pageant Pansy's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.