Ref. #3B3F72 · 650F-7
Violet Eclipse
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Violet Eclipse Technical Profile
What color is Violet Eclipse? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #3B3F72. Colors similar to Violet Eclipse include Hirshfield's Hot Sauna, Dunn-Edwards Cobalt, Sherwin-Williams Valiant Violet. Violet Eclipse has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Violet Eclipse 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 Violet Eclipse
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Eclipse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Eclipse
#3B3F72
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D5A86
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Eclipse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Eclipse 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 Violet Eclipse.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Eclipse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Eclipse have?
Violet Eclipse by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Violet Eclipse from other brands?
The closest matches are Hot Sauna by Hirshfield's (#3F3F75), Cobalt by Dunn-Edwards (#3C4378), Valiant Violet by Sherwin-Williams (#3E4371). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Violet Eclipse?
Violet Eclipse has an LRV of 9.0, 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 Violet Eclipse's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.