Purple Passage 6551 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #645E77, estimated LRV 12 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Metropolis Lilac from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #645E77 · 6551
Purple Passage
12%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Purple Passage Technical Profile
HEX Code#645E77
RGB100, 94, 119
Estimated LRV12.0
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#645D79
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#65617C
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#65627D
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Colors That Work With Purple Passage
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Passage
#645E77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#906B9D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Passage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Passage 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
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Purple Passage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Passage have?
Purple Passage by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Purple Passage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Passage are Metropolis Lilac by Valspar (a close digital match), Grapes of Wrath by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Success by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Purple Passage'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 Purple Passage?
Purple Passage has a estimated lightness value of 12.0, 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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