Amethyst Cream 2071-50 is a purple paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C0AED8, LRV 46 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Heather from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C0AED8 · 2071-50
Amethyst Cream
46%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Amethyst Cream Technical Profile
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Amethyst Cream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amethyst Cream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAmethyst Cream
Nearly identical
BehrSoft Heather
Soft Heather
Behr
Nearly identical
Purple Possibility
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Candied Hearts
Kilz
Very similar
Imperial Lilac
Valspar
Very similar
Magical
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Grape's Treasure
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purple Kiss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Night Magic Violet
PPG
Very similar
Tinted Iris
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amethyst Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amethyst Cream
#C0AED8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB84AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amethyst Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amethyst Cream 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Amethyst Cream.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amethyst Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amethyst Cream have?
Amethyst Cream by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Amethyst Cream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amethyst Cream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amethyst Cream are Soft Heather by Behr (a near-identical match), Purple Possibility by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Purple Gladiola by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Amethyst Cream'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 Amethyst Cream?
Amethyst Cream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Amethyst Cream's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.