Ref. #D8B7ED · 680D-4
Velvet Slipper
55%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Velvet Slipper Technical Profile
What color is Velvet Slipper? It's a medium warm purple with the hex code #D8B7ED. Velvet Slipper has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Velvet Slipper sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Velvet Slipper
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Velvet Slipper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvet Slipper
#D8B7ED
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BE74B6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvet Slipper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvet Slipper 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 Velvet Slipper.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Velvet Slipper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvet Slipper have?
Velvet Slipper by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Velvet Slipper from other brands?
The closest matches are Pretty Petunia by Dunn-Edwards (#D6B7E2), Cherish The Moment by Hirshfield's (#CCACD7), Sea Lavender by PPG (#CFB1D8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Velvet Slipper?
Velvet Slipper has an LRV of 54.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Velvet Slipper's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.