Whimsy 0100 is a neutral paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #8B5E63, LRV 14 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spring Bliss from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B5E63 · 0100
Whimsy
14%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Whimsy Technical Profile
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Whimsy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Whimsy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sWhimsy
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSpring Bliss
Spring Bliss
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Love Affair
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Attic Trunk Red
PPG
Very similar
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Very similar
Antique Garnet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Alaea
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Strawberry Shade
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Gentle Doe
Behr
Very similar
Valley Bloom
Valspar
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whimsy
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
Pure 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
Similar Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Whimsy.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Whimsy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Whimsy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whimsy are Spring Bliss by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Prosperity by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Love Affair by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Whimsy's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.