Smokey Violet 50BB 63/066 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CDD0DD, estimated 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.
PPG · #CDD0DD · 50BB 63/066
Smokey Violet
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Smokey Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#CDD0DD
RGB205, 208, 221
Estimated LRV63.3
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Smokey Violet
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Smokey Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smokey Violet are Twilight Spell by Kilz (a close digital match), Daybreak Beckons by Valspar (a close digital match), Pale Shale by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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