Smokey Violet 50BB 63/066 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CDD0DD, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Twilight Spell from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDD0DD · 50BB 63/066
Smokey Violet
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Smokey Violet Technical Profile
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Smokey Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smokey Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSmokey Violet
Nearly identical
KilzTwilight Spell
Twilight Spell
Kilz
Nearly identical
Daybreak Beckons
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Shale
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hint Of Violet
Behr
Nearly identical
Subtle Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Celestia Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Little Grapette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wildflower Prairie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Breathtaking
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Telegrey 4
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smokey Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smokey Violet
#CDD0DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9185AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smokey Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smokey Violet 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 Smokey Violet.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smokey Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smokey Violet have?
Smokey Violet by PPG has a neutral 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 Smokey Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smokey Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smokey Violet are Twilight Spell by Kilz (a near-identical match), Daybreak Beckons by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pale Shale by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smokey Violet'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 Smokey Violet?
Smokey Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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