Genevieve 1274 is a blue paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #BCC4E0, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Genevieve from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BCC4E0 · 1274
Genevieve
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Genevieve Technical Profile
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Genevieve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Genevieve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sGenevieve
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGenevieve
Genevieve
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spring Bluebell
PPG
Nearly identical
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Oriental Iris
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Prim Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Over the Moon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Coveted Gem
Behr
Nearly identical
My Serendipity
Dutch Boy
Very similar
April Morning
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Genevieve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Genevieve
#BCC4E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F83AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Genevieve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Genevieve 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Genevieve.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Genevieve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Genevieve have?
Genevieve by Hirshfield's has a neutral 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 Genevieve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Genevieve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Genevieve are Genevieve by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Spring Bluebell by PPG (a near-identical match), Agapanthus by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Genevieve'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 Genevieve?
Genevieve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.6, 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 Genevieve's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.