Royal Lilac 1250-7 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #835995, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cabaret from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #835995 · 1250-7
Royal Lilac
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Royal Lilac Technical Profile
HEX Code#835995
RGB131, 89, 149
Estimated LRV14.1
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 Familypurple
BrandPPG
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#845998
Close digital match
Sonic Plum
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#815A92
Close digital match
Full Glass
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#835B8D
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#6D5A8E
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Visible digital difference
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#946DAD
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Colors That Work With Royal Lilac
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Royal Lilac
#835995
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A77A9E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Royal Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Royal Lilac 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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Other PPG colors close to Royal Lilac.
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Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Royal Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Royal Lilac have?
Royal Lilac 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 Royal Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Royal Lilac are Cabaret by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Sonic Plum by Valspar (a close digital match), Full Glass by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Royal Lilac'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 Royal Lilac?
Royal Lilac has a estimated lightness value of 14.1, 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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