Ref. #72799B · 8003-47E
Puttin' on the Ritz
20%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Puttin' on the Ritz Technical Profile
What color is Puttin' on the Ritz? It's a deep warm purple with the hex code #72799B. Colors similar to Puttin' on the Ritz include Vista Paint Premiere Purple, Dunn-Edwards Bossa Nova Blue, Behr Solitaire. Puttin' on the Ritz has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Puttin' on the Ritz creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to Puttin' on the Ritz
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Puttin' on the Ritz
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Puttin' on the Ritz
#72799B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9285AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Puttin' on the Ritz
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Puttin' on the Ritz 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 Puttin' on the Ritz.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Puttin' on the Ritz — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Puttin' on the Ritz have?
Puttin' on the Ritz by Valspar has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Puttin' on the Ritz from other brands?
The closest matches are Premiere Purple by Vista Paint (#747C9F), Bossa Nova Blue by Dunn-Edwards (#767C9E), Solitaire by Behr (#6E79A2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Puttin' on the Ritz?
Puttin' on the Ritz has an LRV of 19.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Puttin' on the Ritz's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.