Romantic Poetry S100-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CDC7EB, LRV 55 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sassy Lilac from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDC7EB · S100-2
Romantic Poetry
55%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Romantic Poetry Technical Profile
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Romantic Poetry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Romantic Poetry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRomantic Poetry
Nearly identical
ValsparSassy Lilac
Sassy Lilac
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lilac Breeze
PPG
Very similar
Violet Gems
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
February Amethyst
Kilz
Very similar
Peak of Perfection
Vista Paint
Very similar
Candied Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Purple Purity
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grape Ice
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wisteria
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Telegrey 4
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Romantic Poetry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Romantic Poetry
#CDC7EB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A37CB6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Romantic Poetry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Romantic Poetry 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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Romantic Poetry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Romantic Poetry have?
Romantic Poetry by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Romantic Poetry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Romantic Poetry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Romantic Poetry are Sassy Lilac by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lilac Breeze by PPG (a very close match), Purple Hibiscus by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Romantic Poetry'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 Romantic Poetry?
Romantic Poetry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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