Spring Lilac 1388 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DDCEDE, LRV 65 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Early Lilac from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DDCEDE · 1388
Spring Lilac
65%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Spring Lilac Technical Profile
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Spring Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spring Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSpring Lilac
Nearly identical
ValsparEarly Lilac
Early Lilac
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Mauve
PPG
Nearly identical
Sofia
Kilz
Nearly identical
Flowers of May
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Candytuft
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Alpine Moon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fragrant Snowbell
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Euphoric Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fairview Taupe
Behr
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spring Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spring Lilac
#DDCEDE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spring Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spring Lilac 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 Spring Lilac.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spring Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spring Lilac have?
Spring Lilac by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Spring Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spring Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spring Lilac are Early Lilac by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pale Mauve by PPG (a near-identical match), Sofia by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spring Lilac'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 Spring Lilac?
Spring Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Spring Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.