Pale Plum 1177-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A489A3, estimated LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Radiant Lilac from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A489A3 · 1177-5
Pale Plum
28%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pale Plum Technical Profile
HEX Code#A489A3
RGB164, 137, 163
Estimated LRV28.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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#A489A0
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Colors That Work With Pale Plum
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Plum
#A489A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8597
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Plum 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 Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Plum have?
Pale Plum by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Plum are Radiant Lilac by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Lady Like by Vista Paint (a very close match), Uptown Girl by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pale Plum'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 Plum?
Pale Plum has a estimated lightness value of 28.4, 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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Why Pale Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.