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Velvet Scarf
75%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Velvet Scarf Technical Profile
What color is Velvet Scarf? It's a light warm blue with the hex code #E3DFEC. Colors similar to Velvet Scarf include Valspar Heart's Aflutter, Benjamin Moore Sugarplum, Valspar Dulcinea. Velvet Scarf has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Velvet Scarf reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Velvet Scarf
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Heart's Aflutter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sugarplum
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Modest Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pearl Violet
Behr
Nearly identical
Colorado Dawn
Kilz
Nearly identical
Inspired Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Violet Pearl
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fancy Pansy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Velvet Scarf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvet Scarf
#E3DFEC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A685AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvet Scarf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvet Scarf 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Velvet Scarf.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Velvet Scarf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvet Scarf have?
Velvet Scarf by PPG has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Velvet Scarf from other brands?
The closest matches are Heart's Aflutter by Valspar (#E4DFED), Sugarplum by Benjamin Moore (#E4DDE9), Dulcinea by Valspar (#DFDEEC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Velvet Scarf?
Velvet Scarf has an LRV of 75.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Velvet Scarf's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.