Soft Orchid Violet 10RB 41/166 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B0A5C6, LRV 40 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Forever Lilac from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B0A5C6 · 10RB 41/166
Soft Orchid Violet
40%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Soft Orchid Violet Technical Profile
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Soft Orchid Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soft Orchid Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSoft Orchid Violet
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsForever Lilac
Forever Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dusky Lavender
Valspar
Nearly identical
Crocus
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Royal Proclamation
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Midsummer Dream
Behr
Very similar
Simply Divine
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Petunia Trail
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ginger Lily
Kilz
Very similar
Purple Springs
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soft Orchid Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soft Orchid Violet
#B0A5C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Soft Orchid Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soft Orchid 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 Soft Orchid Violet.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soft Orchid Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soft Orchid Violet have?
Soft Orchid Violet by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Soft Orchid Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soft Orchid Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soft Orchid Violet are Forever Lilac by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dusky Lavender by Valspar (a near-identical match), Crocus by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Soft Orchid 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 Soft Orchid Violet?
Soft Orchid Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.2, 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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Related Reading
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 Soft Orchid Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.