Softened Violet 1420 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8186B5, LRV 25 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Magical Moment from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8186B5 · 1420
Softened Violet
25%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Softened Violet Technical Profile
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Softened Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Softened 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 MooreSoftened Violet
Nearly identical
PPGMagical Moment
Magical Moment
PPG
Nearly identical
Lavender Blossom
Kilz
Very similar
Plush
Valspar
Very similar
Fanciful Violet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grape Gathering
Vista Paint
Very similar
Live Jazz
Behr
Very similar
Enchanting Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bailey Bells
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brave Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Softened Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Softened Violet
#8186B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Softened Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Softened 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
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Softened Violet.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Softened Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Softened Violet have?
Softened Violet 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 Softened Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Softened Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Softened Violet are Magical Moment by PPG (a near-identical match), Lavender Blossom by Kilz (a very close match), Plush by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Softened 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 Softened Violet?
Softened Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.1, 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 Softened Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.