Whimsy 0100 is a neutral paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #8B5E63, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Love Affair from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Hirshfield's · #8B5E63 · 0100
Whimsy
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Whimsy Technical Profile
HEX Code#8B5E63
RGB139, 94, 99
Estimated LRV14.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandHirshfield's
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Compare alternatives to Whimsy
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
Love Affair
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#865A5E
Nearly identical
Attic Trunk Red
PPG
#866063
Very similar
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#905D5F
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#835C5F
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Whimsy
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#896367
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Dunn-Edwards
#8E5E5E
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Fruitwood
Valspar
#8E6262
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Alaea
Sherwin-Williams
#81585B
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Strawberry Shade
Dutch Boy
#81585B
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Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
#8F4E4D
Visible difference
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#6F595D
Visible difference
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Colors That Work With Whimsy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whimsy
#8B5E63
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A58977
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whimsy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whimsy 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
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Whimsy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whimsy have?
Whimsy by Hirshfield's has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Whimsy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whimsy are Love Affair by Benjamin Moore (nearly identical in our digital data), Attic Trunk Red by PPG (very similar in our digital data), Old Burgundy by PPG (very similar in our digital data) — the best options for getting Whimsy'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 Whimsy?
Whimsy has a estimated lightness value of 14.4, 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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Why Whimsy's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.