Ripe Berry 9689 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #5C5666, estimated LRV 10 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dignified Purple from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #5C5666 · 9689
Ripe Berry
10%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Ripe Berry Technical Profile
HEX Code#5C5666
RGB92, 86, 102
Estimated LRV9.9
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 Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Ripe Berry
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ripe Berry
#5C5666
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#89608F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ripe Berry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ripe Berry 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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Ripe Berry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ripe Berry have?
Ripe Berry by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Ripe Berry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ripe Berry are Dignified Purple by Behr (a close digital match), Plush Purple by Behr (a close digital match), Night Vineyard by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ripe Berry'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 Ripe Berry?
Ripe Berry has a estimated lightness value of 9.9, 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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Why Ripe Berry's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.