Purple Rhapsody 1247-6 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8278AD, estimated LRV 21 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bravo! from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #8278AD · 1247-6
Purple Rhapsody
21%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Rhapsody Technical Profile
HEX Code#8278AD
RGB130, 120, 173
Estimated LRV21.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypurple
BrandPPG
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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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#8679B5
Close digital match
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#716998
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Colors That Work With Purple Rhapsody
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Rhapsody
#8278AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A185AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Rhapsody
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Rhapsody 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 Rhapsody — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Rhapsody have?
Purple Rhapsody by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple 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 Rhapsody from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Rhapsody are Bravo! by Valspar (a close digital match), Blooming Lilac by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Plum Swirl by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Rhapsody'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 Rhapsody?
Purple Rhapsody has a estimated lightness value of 21.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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