Nostalgic Evening BNC-28 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #326377, LRV 11 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dragon's Lair from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #326377 · BNC-28
Nostalgic Evening
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Nostalgic Evening Technical Profile
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Nostalgic Evening in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nostalgic Evening in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNostalgic Evening
Nearly identical
ValsparDragon's Lair
Dragon's Lair
Valspar
Nearly identical
Atlantis
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Nearly identical
Bainbridge Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Georgian Bay
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wild River
Kilz
Very similar
Blue By You
Vista Paint
Very similar
Brigade
PPG
Very similar
Sailing Suzy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bold Bolection
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nostalgic Evening
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nostalgic Evening
#326377
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#535E89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nostalgic Evening
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nostalgic Evening 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 Nostalgic Evening.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nostalgic Evening — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nostalgic Evening have?
Nostalgic Evening by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Nostalgic Evening in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nostalgic Evening from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nostalgic Evening are Dragon's Lair by Valspar (a near-identical match), Atlantis by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Pearl Gentian Blue by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nostalgic Evening'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 Nostalgic Evening?
Nostalgic Evening has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.9, 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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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 Nostalgic Evening's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.