Reserve S120-5 is a purple paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A884B8, LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Violet Illusion from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A884B8 · S120-5
Reserve
28%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Reserve Technical Profile
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Reserve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Reserve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrReserve
Nearly identical
PPGViolet Illusion
Violet Illusion
PPG
Nearly identical
Plum Burst
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lush Lilac
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Satin Flower
Vista Paint
Very similar
Kismet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Indulgence
Kilz
Very similar
Crocus Petal Purple
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pleasant Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Orchid Petals
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Reserve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Reserve
#A884B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Reserve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Reserve 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 Reserve.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Reserve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Reserve have?
Reserve 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 Reserve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Reserve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Reserve are Violet Illusion by PPG (a near-identical match), Purple Statice by PPG (a near-identical match), Plum Burst by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Reserve'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 Reserve?
Reserve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.3, 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 Reserve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.