Ref. #555999 · 650F-6
Victorian Iris
14%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Victorian Iris Technical Profile
What color is Victorian Iris? It's a deep warm blue with the hex code #555999. Colors similar to Victorian Iris include Vista Paint Fresh Take, Hirshfield's Fresh Take, Valspar Blue Ember. Victorian Iris has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Victorian Iris creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Victorian Iris
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Victorian Iris
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Victorian Iris
#555999
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E7AA7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Victorian Iris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Victorian Iris 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 Victorian Iris.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Victorian Iris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Victorian Iris have?
Victorian Iris by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Victorian Iris from other brands?
The closest matches are Fresh Take by Vista Paint (#515992), Fresh Take by Hirshfield's (#505B93), Blue Ember by Valspar (#4C5192). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Victorian Iris?
Victorian Iris has an LRV of 14.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Victorian Iris's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.