Gothic Amethyst
Gothic Amethyst begins as a grey color on paper, then shifts with every surface, shadow and neighboring material. An LRV of 28 places it through the middle of the scale, where color and depth can remain visible as the light changes. Treat the digital swatch as an opening note, then watch a physical sample from morning light through evening lamps.
Hex
#a38b93
LRV
28.00
Gothic Amethyst's Color Strip
Gothic Amethyst is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between High Society and Velvet Slipper. The strip spans from Milk And Cookies at the lightest end to Purple Basil at the deepest. As part of strip PPG1046, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Gothic Amethyst in Rooms
Follow Gothic Amethyst from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 10 generated visualizations explore how the color might shape a finished room.
1 Bedroom Photo
The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let gentle morning light and low evening lamps and bed linen, timber, wool and upholstered textures guide the final sample decision.
A minimalist bedroom painted in Gothic Amethyst
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1 Dining Room Photo
1 dining room image trace Gothic Amethyst (PPG1046-5) through the room’s change from everyday meals to evening occasions. The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Gothic Amethyst paint in a contemporary dining room
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1 Front Door Photo
In a small architectural moment with an outsized first impression, the most interesting quality of Gothic Amethyst (PPG1046-5) may be the way it responds to hardware, glazing, masonry, timber and surrounding trim. The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
classy front door featuring Gothic Amethyst by PPG
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1 Home Office Photo
These 1 home office image show how Gothic Amethyst (PPG1046-5) can sit beside wood, paper, shelving and upholstered seating. The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
PPG Gothic Amethyst in a neutral home office
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1 Kitchen Photo
The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let daylight, task lighting and evening pendants and stone, timber, tile and metal finishes guide the final sample decision.
Gothic Amethyst — modern luxury kitchen
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1 Living Room Photo
1 living room image place Gothic Amethyst (PPG1046-5) in a space shaped by conversation, quiet evenings and changing daylight. An LRV of 28 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
A organic modern living room painted in Gothic Amethyst
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1 House Photo
1 house image trace Gothic Amethyst (PPG1046-5) through the façade’s movement through sun, shade and season. The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Gothic Amethyst color — eclectic house inspiration
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1 Mudroom Photo
Across 1 mudroom image, Gothic Amethyst (PPG1046-5) meets doorway light and the softer illumination of an internal passage. An LRV of 28 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Gothic Amethyst paint in a tiny mudroom
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1 Bathroom Photo
The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes. In this setting, let window light, mirrors and focused task lighting and tile, stone, glass, timber and metal fixtures guide the final sample decision.
Gothic Amethyst — traditional bathroom
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1 Patio Photo
Gothic Amethyst (PPG1046-5) brings its grey character into an outdoor room surrounded by sky, planting and open light. An LRV of 28 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
mediterranean patio featuring Gothic Amethyst by PPG
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Coordinating Colors
Happy Trails reflects far more light (LRV 47 vs 28), opening up a space where Gothic Amethyst encloses it.
Ostrich Feather reflects far more light (LRV 57 vs 28), opening up a space where Gothic Amethyst encloses it.
Trim Color
Lotus Petal reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 28), opening up a space where Gothic Amethyst encloses it.
At LRV 88 vs 28, Delicate White is decisively the brighter choice.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Gothic Amethyst is a saturated, neutral, dusty violet purple with a mauve undertone. It is a perfect paint color for a quiet, contemplative space or walk-in closet. Pair it with light woods or black accents for a restful experience.