Simply Elegant ICC-84 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7C5B65, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vintage Grape from Valspar (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7C5B65 · ICC-84
Simply Elegant
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Simply Elegant Technical Profile
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Simply Elegant in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simply Elegant in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSimply Elegant
Very similar
ValsparVintage Grape
Vintage Grape
Valspar
Very similar
River Rouge
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Roasted Eggplant
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Majestic Plum
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ripe Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Very similar
Currant Berry
PPG
Very similar
Majestic Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kalamata
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Red Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simply Elegant
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply Elegant
#7C5B65
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D766D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simply Elegant
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply Elegant 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 Simply Elegant.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Simply Elegant — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply Elegant have?
Simply Elegant by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Simply Elegant in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simply Elegant from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Elegant are Vintage Grape by Valspar (a very close match), River Rouge by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Roasted Eggplant by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Simply Elegant'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 Simply Elegant?
Simply Elegant has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.7, 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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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 Simply Elegant's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.