Purple Essence 1176-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C2B1C8, estimated LRV 47 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lavender Lipstick from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C2B1C8 · 1176-4
Purple Essence
47%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Essence Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2B1C8
RGB194, 177, 200
Estimated LRV47.1
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Purple Essence
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Essence
#C2B1C8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Essence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Essence 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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Purple Essence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Essence have?
Purple Essence by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Purple Essence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Essence are Lavender Lipstick by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Silk Scarf by Kilz (a close digital match), Heather Feather by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Purple Essence'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 Purple Essence?
Purple Essence has a estimated lightness value of 47.1, 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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