Syrian Violet 1250-3 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DFCAE4, LRV 64 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fragrant Flower from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFCAE4 · 1250-3
Syrian Violet
64%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Syrian Violet Technical Profile
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Syrian Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Syrian Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSyrian Violet
Nearly identical
ValsparFragrant Flower
Fragrant Flower
Valspar
Nearly identical
Little Touch
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Little Touch
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Etiquette
Behr
Very similar
Classic Rose
Kilz
Very similar
Lavender Princess
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pale Iris
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Euphoric Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Glimmerish
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Syrian Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Syrian Violet
#DFCAE4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Syrian Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Syrian 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 Syrian 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.
Syrian Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Syrian Violet have?
Syrian 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 Syrian Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Syrian Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Syrian Violet are Fragrant Flower by Valspar (a near-identical match), Little Touch by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Purple Whisper by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Syrian 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 Syrian Violet?
Syrian Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.5, 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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Why Syrian Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.