Ref. #B960DA · 690B-5
Valentine Heart
26%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Valentine Heart Technical Profile
What color is Valentine Heart? It's a deep warm purple with the hex code #B960DA. Valentine Heart has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Valentine Heart depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to Valentine Heart
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Purple Pride
Dunn-Edwards
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Moonlight Melody
Hirshfield's
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Moonlight Melody
Vista Paint
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Bell Heather
PPG
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Plum Burst
Valspar
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Violet Femmes
MPC
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Charmed Violet
Benjamin Moore
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Squirrel Grey
RAL
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Valentine Heart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Valentine Heart
#B960DA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BF73AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Valentine Heart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Valentine Heart 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 Valentine Heart.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Valentine Heart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Valentine Heart have?
Valentine Heart by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Valentine Heart from other brands?
The closest matches are Purple Pride by Dunn-Edwards (#A274B5), Moonlight Melody by Hirshfield's (#AF73B0), Moonlight Melody by Vista Paint (#AC72AE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Valentine Heart?
Valentine Heart has an LRV of 26.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Valentine Heart's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.