Southern Evening 550D-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #1E678D, estimated LRV 12 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wavy Navy from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #1E678D · 550D-7
Southern Evening
12%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Southern Evening Technical Profile
HEX Code#1E678D
RGB30, 103, 141
Estimated LRV11.9
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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#1D668C
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#016892
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Colors That Work With Southern Evening
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Southern Evening
#1E678D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#44519A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Southern Evening
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Southern 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
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Southern Evening — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Southern Evening have?
Southern Evening by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Southern Evening from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Southern Evening are Wavy Navy by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Wave Runner by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Oh So Vo by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Southern 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 Southern Evening?
Southern Evening has a estimated lightness value of 11.9, 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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