Dangerously Elegant S540-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4B66AD, LRV 14 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Starstruck from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4B66AD · S540-6
Dangerously Elegant
14%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dangerously Elegant Technical Profile
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Dangerously Elegant in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dangerously Elegant in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDangerously Elegant
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsStarstruck
Starstruck
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Calico
PPG
Very similar
Dazzle
Valspar
Very similar
Capri Isle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mosaic
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Azurite
Kilz
Very similar
Capri Isle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Sea
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dangerously Elegant
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dangerously Elegant
#4B66AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#887CAF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dangerously Elegant
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dangerously Elegant Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Dangerously Elegant.
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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dangerously Elegant — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dangerously Elegant have?
Dangerously Elegant by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dangerously Elegant in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dangerously Elegant from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dangerously Elegant are Starstruck by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Blue Calico by PPG (a very close match), Dazzle by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dangerously Elegant's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Dangerously Elegant?
Dangerously Elegant has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dangerously Elegant's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.