Ref. #8595AA · 9072
Dried Lavender
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dried Lavender Technical Profile
What color is Dried Lavender? It's a deep cool neutral with the hex code #8595AA. Colors similar to Dried Lavender include Vista Paint North Sea, Valspar Cry Me a River, PPG Blueberry Muffin. Dried Lavender has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 29 gives Dried Lavender depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Dried Lavender pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Dried Lavender
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dried Lavender
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dried Lavender
#8595AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dried Lavender
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dried Lavender 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
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Dried Lavender.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dried Lavender — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dried Lavender have?
Dried Lavender by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Dried Lavender from other brands?
The closest matches are North Sea by Vista Paint (#8599AF), Cry Me a River by Valspar (#8396B0), Blueberry Muffin by PPG (#8290A6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dried Lavender?
Dried Lavender has an LRV of 29.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Dried Lavender's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.