Violets Are Blue
PPG Violets Are Blue (PPG1246-6) carries the measured structure of its color data and the less predictable beauty of paint in a finished space. An LRV of 26 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
#7487c6LRV
26.00
Violets Are Blue's Color Strip
Violets Are Blue is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Mystic Iris and Blue Calico. The strip spans from Violet Ice at the lightest end to Blue Calico at the deepest. Browsing strip PPG1246 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Coordinating Colors
Alpaca Wool reflects far more light (LRV 66 vs 26), opening up a space where Violets Are Blue encloses it.
Trim Color
At LRV 76 vs 26, Oatmeal is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 88 vs 26, Delicate White is decisively the brighter choice.
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Manufacturer description
Violets Are Blue is a deep, pure, periwinkle purple with a distant mountain undertone. It is a perfect paint color for an accent wall. Pair it with soft yellow tones on surrounding walls and trim in white accents.