Crocus 1404 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B3ABC9, 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.
Ref. #B3ABC9 · 1404
Crocus
43%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Crocus Technical Profile
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Crocus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Crocus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCrocus
Nearly identical
ValsparDusky Lavender
Dusky Lavender
Valspar
Nearly identical
Petunia Trail
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Petunia Trail
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Midsummer Dream
Behr
Nearly identical
Purple Kiss
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Soft Orchid Violet
PPG
Very similar
Forever Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ginger Lily
Kilz
Very similar
Playful Purple
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crocus
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Crocus.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crocus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crocus have?
Crocus by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Crocus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Crocus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crocus are Dusky Lavender by Valspar (a near-identical match), Petunia Trail by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Petunia Trail by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Crocus's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.