Ref. #8A7AAA · RA280-02
Belladona
22%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Belladona Technical Profile
What color is Belladona? It's a deep warm purple with the hex code #8A7AAA. Colors similar to Belladona include Behr Plum Swirl, Behr Purple Agate, Benjamin Moore Purple Heart. Belladona has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Belladona creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to Belladona
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Belladona
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Belladona
#8A7AAA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Belladona
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Belladona 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Belladona.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Belladona — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Belladona have?
Belladona by Kilz has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Belladona from other brands?
The closest matches are Plum Swirl by Behr (#8979A9), Purple Agate by Behr (#8C7EAF), Purple Heart by Benjamin Moore (#8A7FAB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Belladona?
Belladona has an LRV of 22.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Belladona's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.