Velvet Scarf 1248-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E3DFEC, LRV 75 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heart's Aflutter from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E3DFEC · 1248-3
Velvet Scarf
75%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Velvet Scarf Technical Profile
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Velvet Scarf in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Velvet Scarf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGVelvet Scarf
Nearly identical
ValsparHeart's Aflutter
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
Twinkly Lights
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fancy Pansy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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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 sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Velvet Scarf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Velvet Scarf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvet Scarf are Heart's Aflutter by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sugarplum by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dulcinea by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Velvet Scarf'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 Velvet Scarf?
Velvet Scarf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 75.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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.