Ref. #6A74B7 · K-73
Purple Wave
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Wave Technical Profile
What color is Purple Wave? It's a deep warm blue with the hex code #6A74B7. Colors similar to Purple Wave include Hirshfield's Wind Star, Hirshfield's Regal Azure, Behr Royal Fortune. Purple Wave has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Purple Wave 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 like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Purple Wave
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Purple Wave from other brands?
The closest matches are Wind Star by Hirshfield's (#6875B7), Regal Azure by Hirshfield's (#6A76AF), Royal Fortune by Behr (#6276B6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Wave?
Purple Wave has an LRV of 19.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.