PURPLES
Mighty
#AC98C9
Mighty is #AC98C9 in HEX — rgb(172, 152, 201), hsl(264°, 31%, 69%), cmyk(14%, 24%, 0%, 21%).
Mighty pulls into the light end of the purples spectrum — HSL 264°, 31%, 69%. 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
Benjamin Moore
Mighty 1397
Vista Paint
Lavender Legend K-26
PPG
Grape Arbor 1247-5
Dulux
Elusive Blossom S45H4
Hallman-Lindsay
Gorgeous Hydrangea 1242
Dunn-Edwards
Purple Premiere DE5969
Valspar
Quite Lilac 4003-10A
Behr
Highland Thistle S110-4
Kilz
Fruit Punch RA170-01
Sherwin-Williams
Kismet SW6830
Kobra
Violet 24
RAL
Pearl Violet 4011
IKEA
IKEA121 121
Dutch Boy
Celestial Horizon DCP-0589
Farrow & Ball
Cook's Blue 237
Colorhouse
Sprout .07 Sprout-07
Light Reflectance & Undertone
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
35/100
Medium
Balanced reflectance — holds colour without washing out. Versatile for most rooms and the most forgiving range for true-to-chip results.
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
Mighty 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 · Trim · Soft furniture
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 #AC98C9?
#AC98C9 is Mighty, a soft purple with a cool undertone.
Is #AC98C9 warm or cool?
Mighty reads cool, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Mighty?
Mighty works well in dressing rooms, creative studios, accent walls. Designers typically use it for feature walls, cabinetry, textiles.
What colors pair well with Mighty?
Mighty 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 Mighty?
You can download Mighty 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 Mighty?
The hex code is #AC98C9. In RGB it's 172, 152, 201, and in HSL it's 264°, 31%, 69%.
