Violet Whimsey 1174-2 is a off-white paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DAD6DF, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Petal Tip from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DAD6DF · 1174-2
Violet Whimsey
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Violet Whimsey Technical Profile
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Violet Whimsey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Whimsey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGViolet Whimsey
Nearly identical
BehrPetal Tip
Petal Tip
Behr
Nearly identical
Lavender Scent
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lavender Scent
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Purple
Valspar
Nearly identical
Touch of Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Elation
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Whispery Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Colorado Dawn
Kilz
Very similar
Tranquil Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Light Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Whimsey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Whimsey
#DAD6DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Whimsey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Whimsey 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 Violet Whimsey.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Whimsey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Whimsey have?
Violet Whimsey by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Violet Whimsey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Whimsey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Whimsey are Petal Tip by Behr (a near-identical match), Lavender Scent by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Lavender Scent by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Violet Whimsey'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 Whimsey?
Violet Whimsey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Violet Whimsey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.