Ref. #BEB8CD · 1175-4
Wild Lilac
50%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Wild Lilac Technical Profile
What color is Wild Lilac? It's a medium warm neutral with the hex code #BEB8CD. Colors similar to Wild Lilac include Hirshfield's Collensia, Vista Paint Collensia, Vista Paint Province. Wild Lilac has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Wild Lilac sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Wild Lilac pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Wild Lilac
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wild Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Lilac
#BEB8CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild Lilac 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 Wild Lilac.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wild Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Lilac have?
Wild Lilac by PPG has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Wild Lilac from other brands?
The closest matches are Collensia by Hirshfield's (#BDB7CD), Collensia by Vista Paint (#BEB7CB), Province by Vista Paint (#C2BBCF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wild Lilac?
Wild Lilac has an LRV of 49.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wild Lilac's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.