Charming Violet
Often used for its versatile qualities, Charming Violet remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#8F7683
LRV
20.00
Charming Violet's Color Strip
Charming Violet is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Play Time and Grape Soda. The strip spans from Aimee at the lightest end to Grape Soda at the deepest. Color strip 145 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Charming Violet in Real Rooms
Charming Violet has a medium LRV of 20 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Charming Violet provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Charming Violet in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Charming Violet is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
Charming Violet in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Charming Violet fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Charming Violet, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
Charming Violet adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Charming Violet, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
Charming Violet on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Charming Violet in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Charming Violet in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
Charming Violet keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Charming Violet. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Charming Violet brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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