Ref. #A7B2D4 · 6815
Awesome Violet
45%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Awesome Violet Technical Profile
What color is Awesome Violet? It's a medium warm blue with the hex code #A7B2D4. Colors similar to Awesome Violet include PPG Lilac Sachet, Hirshfield's High Style, Vista Paint High Style. Awesome Violet has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 45 gives Awesome Violet depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Awesome Violet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Awesome Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Awesome Violet
#A7B2D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F84AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Awesome Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Awesome 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Awesome Violet.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Awesome Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Awesome Violet have?
Awesome Violet by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Awesome Violet from other brands?
The closest matches are Lilac Sachet by PPG (#ABB6D7), High Style by Hirshfield's (#A8B1D7), High Style by Vista Paint (#A7AFD4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Awesome Violet?
Awesome Violet has an LRV of 44.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Awesome Violet's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.