Pale Purple 8003-1A is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DDD7DE, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Touch of Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DDD7DE · 8003-1A
Pale Purple
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pale Purple Technical Profile
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Pale Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPale Purple
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTouch of Gray
Touch of Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Easter Party
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Little Lilac
PPG
Nearly identical
He Loves Me
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lite Lavender
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mystic Fairy
Behr
Nearly identical
Stardust Ballroom
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bridal Blush
Kilz
Very similar
Modest Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Light Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Purple
#DDD7DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Purple 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Pale Purple.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Purple have?
Pale Purple by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pale Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Purple are Touch of Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Easter Party by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Little Lilac by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pale Purple'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 Pale Purple?
Pale Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Purple's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.