Vivid Violet 50RB 19/268 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8F6B99, 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.
Ref. #8F6B99 · 50RB 19/268
Vivid Violet
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Vivid Violet Technical Profile
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Vivid Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Vivid Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGVivid Violet
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyElegant Orchid
Elegant Orchid
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pishposh
Valspar
Nearly identical
Poets Purple
Kilz
Very similar
Felicia
Vista Paint
Very similar
Veri Berri
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Felicia
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Very similar
Royal Pretender
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Meadow Flower
Behr
Visible difference
Cupid's Dart
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vivid Violet
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
Pure 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 neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral 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 neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Vivid Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Vivid Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vivid Violet are Elegant Orchid by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Pishposh by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Vivid Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.