Pale Orchid 1175-2 is a off-white paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DEDBE5, estimated LRV 72 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Elation from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #DEDBE5 · 1175-2
Pale Orchid
72%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pale Orchid Technical Profile
HEX Code#DEDBE5
RGB222, 219, 229
Estimated LRV71.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyoff-white
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Pale Orchid
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#DFDCE5
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#D8D6DF
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White Bud
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#E3E0E8
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Colorado Dawn
Kilz
#DDDCE9
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White Bud
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#E2DEE5
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Lilac Whisper
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#DAD8E6
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Touch of Gray
Benjamin Moore
#DDD7DE
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#DFDFE7
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Colors That Work With Pale Orchid
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Orchid
#DEDBE5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Orchid
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Orchid 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
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Pale Orchid — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Orchid have?
Pale Orchid by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pale Orchid from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Orchid are Elation by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Petal Tip by Behr (a close digital match), White Bud by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale Orchid'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 Pale Orchid?
Pale Orchid has a estimated lightness value of 71.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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