Purple Essence 1176-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C2B1C8, 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.
Ref. #C2B1C8 · 1176-4
Purple Essence
47%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Essence Technical Profile
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Purple Essence in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Essence in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPurple Essence
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLavender Lipstick
Lavender Lipstick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silk Scarf
Kilz
Nearly identical
Heather Feather
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Heather Feather
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Thistled
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Soft Purple
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Classic Lilac
Valspar
Very similar
Midsummer Dream
Behr
Very similar
Magical
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Essence
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Purple Essence.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purple Essence in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purple Essence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Essence are Lavender Lipstick by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Silk Scarf by Kilz (a near-identical match), Heather Feather by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Essence's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.