Monarchy S560-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #879CD1, estimated LRV 30 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Shock from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #879CD1 · S560-4
Monarchy
30%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Monarchy Technical Profile
HEX Code#879CD1
RGB135, 156, 209
Estimated LRV30.0
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Monarchy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Monarchy
#879CD1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A7EB4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Monarchy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Monarchy 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
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Monarchy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monarchy have?
Monarchy by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Monarchy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monarchy are Blue Shock by Valspar (a close digital match), Mystic Iris by PPG (a close digital match), Enchanted Evening by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Monarchy'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 Monarchy?
Monarchy has a estimated lightness value of 30.0, 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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