Violet Illusion 41RB 30/290 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AB85BB, estimated LRV 29 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Reserve from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AB85BB · 41RB 30/290
Violet Illusion
29%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Violet Illusion Technical Profile
HEX Code#AB85BB
RGB171, 133, 187
Estimated LRV29.0
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Reserve
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#A884B8
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#A381BA
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#A18AB7
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Colors That Work With Violet Illusion
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Illusion
#AB85BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Illusion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Illusion 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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Violet Illusion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Illusion have?
Violet Illusion 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 Violet Illusion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Illusion are Reserve by Behr (a close digital match), Plum Burst by Valspar (a very close match), Berries Galore by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violet Illusion'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 Violet Illusion?
Violet Illusion has a estimated lightness value of 29.0, 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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Why Violet Illusion's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.