Voldemort 1257 is a blue paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #4D416B, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Triumph from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D416B · 1257
Voldemort
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Voldemort Technical Profile
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Voldemort in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Voldemort in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sVoldemort
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDark Triumph
Dark Triumph
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Izmir Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Renaissance Tapestry
Kilz
Very similar
Sumptuous Purple
Valspar
Very similar
Heraldic
Behr
Very similar
Gentle Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Grand Purple
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Imperial Purple
PPG
Very similar
Violet Aurora
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Blue Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Voldemort
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Voldemort
#4D416B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C5986
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Voldemort
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Voldemort 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 Voldemort.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Voldemort — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Voldemort have?
Voldemort by Hirshfield's 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 Voldemort in your own space before committing.
What colors match Voldemort from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Voldemort are Dark Triumph by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Voldemort by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Rare Orchid by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Voldemort'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 Voldemort?
Voldemort has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Voldemort's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.