Monarchy S560-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #879CD1, 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.
Ref. #879CD1 · S560-4
Monarchy
30%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Monarchy Technical Profile
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Monarchy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Monarchy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMonarchy
Nearly identical
ValsparBlue Shock
Blue Shock
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mystic Iris
PPG
Nearly identical
South Port
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dahlia
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Periwinkle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mood Mode
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Neptune'S Folly
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Steel Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lake Periwinkle
Kilz
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Monarchy
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Monarchy.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Monarchy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monarchy have?
Monarchy by Behr has a cool (violet) 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 Monarchy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Monarchy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monarchy are Blue Shock by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mystic Iris by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Monarchy's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.