Persian Violet 1419 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #939CC3, LRV 34 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velvet Robe from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #939CC3 · 1419
Persian Violet
34%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Persian Violet Technical Profile
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Persian Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Persian Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePersian Violet
Nearly identical
Vista PaintVelvet Robe
Velvet Robe
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bedtime Story
Kilz
Nearly identical
Velvet Robe
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Midnight Blush
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dahlia
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Exquisite Blue Grey
PPG
Very similar
Fields of Heather
Valspar
Very similar
Evening In Paris
Behr
Very similar
Neptune'S Folly
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Persian Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Persian Violet
#939CC3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9185AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Persian Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Persian Violet 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Persian Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Persian Violet have?
Persian Violet by Benjamin Moore has a cool (violet) 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 Persian Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Persian Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Persian Violet are Velvet Robe by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Bedtime Story by Kilz (a near-identical match), Velvet Robe by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Persian Violet'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 Persian Violet?
Persian Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Persian Violet's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.