Shalimar Purples Dauphine Red AP89-4

Preview on the room scenes below and explore pairing ideas.

Bedroom
Living Room
Kitchen

Colors shown are for reference; actual paint may look different on your walls based on lighting, surface, and surroundings.

Purples
AP89-4
Dauphine Red

The Creative Power of Dauphine Red

Dauphine Red hues are historically linked to creativity, luxury, and spirituality. Lighter Dauphine Red soothe and support creative thought, while darker shades add drama and elegance.

Explore Dauphine Red - part of the PURPLES colour family - an excellent choice with Bathrooms, bedrooms, meditation rooms..

Recommended for:

Bathrooms, bedrooms, meditation rooms

Benefits:

Evokes creativity, luxury, and introspection.

Design tips:
  • Desaturate with neutrals to keep it sophisticated.
  • Lighter tints are spa‑like and restful.
Best finishes:
  • Matte in bedrooms
  • Satin accents
Works well with:

Frequently Asked Questions

About Dauphine Red AP89-4

From the Shalimar range, Dauphine Red (AP89-4) is a mid-tone colour with a cool feel. Its LRV comes out at about 22. Keep it for a feature wall, or for a big room with large windows, and pair it with lighter walls nearby. It leans cool, which keeps a room feeling calm and fresh. White trims, grey fabric and black or chrome fittings work well with it.

HEX
#9A74A6
RGB
154, 116, 166
LRV (approx.)
22
Tone
mid-tone, cool