Sherwin-Williams • 6839

Kimono Violet

Name: Sherwin-Williams Kimono Violet 6839
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Kimono Violet remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 6 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#5D395F

LRV

6.14

Light Reflectance Value

6.14

dark

Temperaturecool

SaturationBright

Collection

2017 Intrepid

Kimono Violet's Color Strip

Kimono Violet is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Browsing strip 183 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.

C1Spangle C2Euphoric Lilac C3Novel Lilac C4Baroness C5Veri Berri C6Vigorous Violet C7Kimono Violet

Kimono Violet in Real Rooms

Kimono Violet has a low LRV of 6.14 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's cool-toned and , so it will lean blue or gray under cool north-facing light and soften in warmer evening light. Grouped in the Purple family, the photos below show it applied in a misc, bedroom, mudroom and front door.

2 Misc Photos

These examples of Kimono Violet in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.

Sherwin Williams Kimono Violet Wall Paint

@fivestarpaintingfrisco

Painted Furniture

@nowzen

1 Bedroom Photo

Pairing Kimono Violet with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.

Sw Kimono Violet Kids' Room

@jaquelines.fresh.coat

1 Mudroom Photo

The depth of Kimono Violet is a secret weapon against the "dirty" look that many light-colored mudrooms eventually suffer from. It retains its freshness and intentionality even when it's not perfectly clean, which is essential for an active family.

Sw Kimono Violet Laundry Room

@mollyvaldezstudio

2 Front Door Photos

There's a psychological sense of "arrival" when you step up to a door painted in Kimono Violet. It feels solid, grounded, and permanent, giving both residents and guests a sense of stability as they cross the threshold.