Vivid Violet 50RB 19/268 is a purple paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8F6B99, estimated LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Elegant Orchid from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #8F6B99 · 50RB 19/268
Vivid Violet
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Vivid Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#8F6B99
RGB143, 107, 153
Estimated LRV18.7
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 →
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#966E9C
Close digital match
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Close digital match
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#856691
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#937496
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Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Vivid Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vivid Violet
#8F6B99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vivid Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vivid 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 Vivid 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.
Vivid Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vivid Violet have?
Vivid Violet 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 Vivid Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vivid Violet are Elegant Orchid by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Pishposh by Valspar (a close digital match), Poets Purple by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Vivid 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 Vivid Violet?
Vivid Violet has a estimated lightness value of 18.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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