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Sherwin Williams Passionate Purple SW6981

Passionate Purple

Sherwin Williams

SW6981

About Passionate Purple by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 12.1%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #795484

RGB: 121, 84, 132

Hue286°

Saturation22%

Lightness42%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Passionate Purple from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Passionate Purple looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Passionate Purple SW6981 a warm or cool color?
Passionate Purple by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Passionate Purple?
Passionate Purple sits in the purple or violet family. Its hue is about 286°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Passionate Purple?
Brightness is about 12%. Saturation is around 22%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 42%. Hue is close to 286°. The hex value is #795484. The RGB value is 121, 84, 132.
Is Passionate Purple better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Passionate Purple has brightness around 12%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Passionate Purple?
You can match Passionate Purple with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Passionate Purple work best in a home?
Passionate Purple works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Passionate Purple compare to a pure white paint?
Passionate Purple is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Passionate Purple in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Passionate Purple in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Passionate Purple. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Passionate Purple. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.