Baroness 6837 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A785A7, LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Lavender from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A785A7 · 6837
Baroness
28%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
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Baroness in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Baroness in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBaroness
Nearly identical
ValsparWild Lavender
Wild Lavender
Valspar
Nearly identical
Violet Eclipse
PPG
Very similar
Purple Hyacinth
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Fruit Smoothie
Kilz
Very similar
Fashionably Plum
Vista Paint
Very similar
Plum-Med Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fashionably Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Joie De Vivre
Behr
Very similar
Victorian Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baroness
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baroness
#A785A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8599
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baroness
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baroness 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
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Baroness — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baroness have?
Baroness by Sherwin-Williams 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 Baroness in your own space before committing.
What colors match Baroness from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baroness are Wild Lavender by Valspar (a near-identical match), Plum Shade by Valspar (a near-identical match), Purple Jewel by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Baroness'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 Baroness?
Baroness has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Baroness's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.