Ref. #DFD9E4 · 6820
Inspired Lilac
71%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Inspired Lilac Technical Profile
What color is Inspired Lilac? It's a light warm off-white with the hex code #DFD9E4. Colors similar to Inspired Lilac include Hirshfield's Violet Pearl, Behr Mauve Mist, Benjamin Moore Sugarplum. Inspired Lilac has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Inspired Lilac reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Inspired 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.
HEX Code#DFD9E4
RGB223, 217, 228
LRV70.9
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Color Familyoff-white
BrandSherwin-Williams
Colors Similar to Inspired Lilac
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Inspired Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Inspired Lilac
#DFD9E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Inspired Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Inspired 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Inspired Lilac.
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.
Inspired Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Inspired Lilac have?
Inspired Lilac by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Inspired Lilac from other brands?
The closest matches are Violet Pearl by Hirshfield's (#E1DAE4), Mauve Mist by Behr (#E1DAE7), Sugarplum by Benjamin Moore (#E4DDE9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Inspired Lilac?
Inspired Lilac has an LRV of 70.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Inspired Lilac's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.