Purple Wave 7214 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #6A74B7, LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wind Star from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6A74B7 · 7214
Purple Wave
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Wave Technical Profile
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Purple Wave in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Wave in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintPurple Wave
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sWind Star
Wind Star
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Royal Fortune
Behr
Very similar
King's Robe
PPG
Very similar
Genie
Kilz
Very similar
Gentian
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Indi-Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Waterdrop
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bedtime Story
Valspar
Very similar
Bellflower
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Wave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Wave
#6A74B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9384AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Wave 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Purple Wave.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Wave have?
Purple Wave by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purple Wave in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purple Wave from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Wave are Wind Star by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Regal Azure by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Royal Fortune by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Wave'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 Wave?
Purple Wave has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Wave's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.