Vesper Violet 6542 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #99A0B2, LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter Twilight from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #99A0B2 · 6542
Vesper Violet
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Vesper Violet Technical Profile
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Vesper Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Vesper Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsVesper Violet
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWinter Twilight
Winter Twilight
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Moonlight Stroll
Valspar
Nearly identical
Art Nouveau Glass
Behr
Nearly identical
Purpley Puff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yukon Sky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dusky Mood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Contemplative Blue
PPG
Very similar
Sea Lavender
Kilz
Very similar
London Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vesper Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vesper Violet
#99A0B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vesper Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vesper Violet 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 Vesper Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vesper Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vesper Violet have?
Vesper Violet by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Vesper Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Vesper Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vesper Violet are Winter Twilight by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Moonlight Stroll by Valspar (a near-identical match), Art Nouveau Glass by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Vesper Violet'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 Vesper Violet?
Vesper Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.1, 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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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 Vesper Violet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.