Midsummer Dream 690F-4 is a purple paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B8ABC8, LRV 40 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silk Scarf from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8ABC8 · 690F-4
Midsummer Dream
40%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Midsummer Dream Technical Profile
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Midsummer Dream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Midsummer Dream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMidsummer Dream
Nearly identical
KilzSilk Scarf
Silk Scarf
Kilz
Nearly identical
Orchid House
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grape’s Treasure
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Crocus
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grape's Treasure
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lilac Lattice
PPG
Very similar
Magical
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Purple Kiss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tinted Iris
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midsummer Dream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midsummer Dream
#B8ABC8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midsummer Dream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midsummer Dream 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 Midsummer Dream.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Midsummer Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midsummer Dream have?
Midsummer Dream by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Midsummer Dream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Midsummer Dream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midsummer Dream are Silk Scarf by Kilz (a near-identical match), Orchid House by Valspar (a near-identical match), Grape’s Treasure by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Midsummer Dream'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 Midsummer Dream?
Midsummer Dream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Midsummer Dream's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.