PURPLES
African Violet
#665385
African Violet is #665385 in HEX — rgb(102, 83, 133), hsl(263°, 23%, 42%), cmyk(23%, 38%, 0%, 48%).
African Violet pulls into the rich end of the purples spectrum — HSL 263°, 23%, 42%. The muted saturation makes it quiet but present, and the hue reads cool. In interior projects it shines on accent walls, dressing rooms, creative studios — for character without shouting. Reads best alongside warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles.
Color Codes
Paint Matches — this color across 16 brands
Sherwin-Williams
African Violet SW6982
Benjamin Moore
Your 1400
Behr
Virtual Violet HDC-MD-25
Kilz
Superstition RH250
Dulux
Emperor Jewel S44G7
Dunn-Edwards
Royal Robe DE5972
Valspar
Purple Royalty 4009-10
PPG
Eggplant 1247-7
Hallman-Lindsay
When Red Met Blue 1243
Vista Paint
When Red Met Blue C-1242
Kobra
Violet 26
RAL
Blue Lilac 4005
Colorhouse
Create .06 Create-06
Farrow & Ball
Pitch Blue 220
IKEA
IKEA122 122
Dutch Boy
Royal Blue D-6740
Light Reflectance & Undertone
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
11/100
Dark
Soaks up light and feels moody and intimate. Great for studies, dining rooms and accent walls; pair with ample lighting.
Undertone
Reads as a neutral violet with a blue undertone showing through, especially in daylight. Pair trim and adjacent colours to either calm or amplify that undertone.
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Rectangle
Compound
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
dressing rooms, creative studios, accent walls
Best Uses
feature walls, cabinetry, textiles
Pairs With
warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
Color Psychology
Sophisticated · Imaginative
African Violet carries history — long associated with luxury and contemplation. It works in low-light, intimate rooms (dressing rooms, dens, accent walls) where its complexity gets time to unfold. Pair with brass and walnut.
How it looks under different light
Pairs With
Paint Info
Brand · Product Line
Benjamin Moore / Regal Select Interior
Recommended Finishes
Eggshell (walls) · Pearl (trim) · Matte (ceiling)
Eggshell hides imperfections on main walls while keeping the color rich; pearl on trim adds subtle sheen and easier cleaning; flat matte on ceilings prevents glare.
Best Surfaces
Primary walls · Cabinetry · Doors · Mouldings
Coverage & Dry Time
Typical coverage 350-400 sq ft per gallon over a primed surface.
Touch-dry in ~1 hour. Recoat after 4 hours. Full cure 7-14 days.
Primer
Standard primer is adequate.
Application Tip
Use a 9" microfiber roller on walls and a 2.5" angled sash brush for trim cuts. Two coats minimum for even depth.
Paint Calculator
You'll need
4.0 litres
1.06 US gallons · room for one touch-up coat. Buy slightly more to ensure single-batch match.
Code Snippets
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Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #665385?
#665385 is African Violet, a mid-tone purple with a cool undertone.
Is #665385 warm or cool?
African Violet reads cool, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with African Violet?
African Violet works well in dressing rooms, creative studios, accent walls. Designers typically use it for feature walls, cabinetry, textiles.
What colors pair well with African Violet?
African Violet pairs naturally with warm whites, walnut, brass, deep velvet textiles. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download African Violet?
You can download African Violet on DSGN.HOUSE in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the hex code for African Violet?
The hex code is #665385. In RGB it's 102, 83, 133, and in HSL it's 263°, 23%, 42%.
