Crocus 1404 is a purple paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B3ABC9, estimated LRV 43 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusky Lavender from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #B3ABC9 · 1404
Crocus
43%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Crocus Technical Profile
HEX Code#B3ABC9
RGB179, 171, 201
Estimated LRV42.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypurple
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#B2AAC9
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#B8B0CF
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Colors That Work With Crocus
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crocus
#B3ABC9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A485AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crocus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crocus 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
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Crocus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crocus have?
Crocus by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Crocus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crocus are Dusky Lavender by Valspar (a close digital match), Petunia Trail by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Petunia Trail by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crocus'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 Crocus?
Crocus has a estimated lightness value of 42.9, 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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Why Crocus's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.