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Violets Are Blue

Hex #6886C1LRV ≈ 24Lightness 56/100
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The same colour in other brands

The closest equivalent from each major brand, ranked by perceptual colour distance (ΔE) — under 2 is near-identical.

Fragrant Cloud 1DuluxΔE 3.9
Pea Flower TeaFarrow & BallΔE 8.8
Delphinium CorsageValsparΔE 10.8
MamboLittle GreeneΔE 11.2

Lighter & darker

Real paints in this colour family, stepped from light to dark.

Secret SpellJohnstone's
Orca SongJohnstone's
DinnerwareFarrow & Ball
Blue CalicoJohnstone's
Violets Are BlueJohnstone's
Bluebell TrailJohnstone's
Mystic Mauve 3Dulux
Wisteria CascadeDulux
GraupelFarrow & Ball

Pairs well with

Sympathetic neutrals for trim and ceilings, plus one contrast accent.

Pale OrchidJohnstone's
Frosted LilacJohnstone's
Starlit Night 5Dulux
Be YourselfJohnstone's

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