ColorplanBenjamin Moore Autumn Purple (2073-20) is a very dark purple with a violet undertone and an LRV of 6. For trim, try Raspberry Ice (2072-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Purple |
| LRV | 6.3 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #5D3D54 |
| RGB | 93, 61, 84 |
| HSL | 317°, 21%, 30% |
About Autumn Purple
Autumn Purple (2073-20) is a very dark purple from Benjamin Moore with a violet undertone. With an LRV of 6, Autumn Purple absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
North-facing light makes Autumn Purple read cooler and slightly darker, while warm south-facing light softens it. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Taro (1386), it's darker and warmer.
How Autumn Purple changes with the light
Autumn Purple is a deep color. In north-facing or dim rooms it reads darker and cozier; in south-facing rooms it shows more of its color. Either can work, depending on the mood you want.
North-facing rooms
Autumn Purple will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Autumn Purple will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
South light keeps Autumn Purple from feeling heavy, so deep colors work well here.
West-facing rooms
Autumn Purple looks cool in the morning and warms up in the golden late-afternoon light.
See Autumn Purple in real homes
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Autumn Purple equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 10.0
Also close: Sommelier (ΔE 11.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.6
Also close: Pelt (ΔE 8.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 10.5
Also close: Chipotle Paste (ΔE 12.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Autumn Purple questions
What undertone does Autumn Purple have?
Autumn Purple has a violet undertone, so it reads as a cool color. North-facing light makes Autumn Purple read cooler and slightly darker, while warm south-facing light softens it.
Is Autumn Purple a light or dark color?
Autumn Purple has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 6.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 6, Autumn Purple absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Autumn Purple in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Carnelian SW 7580 (closest available, ΔE 10.0); Farrow & Ball: Brinjal No.222 (closest available, ΔE 7.6); Behr: Rumors MQ1-15 (closest available, ΔE 10.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Autumn Purple?
Try Raspberry Ice (2072-70) on trim and Mirage White (2116-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Autumn Purple's undertone.
Where does Autumn Purple work best?
Autumn Purple works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 6, Autumn Purple absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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