Bonnie Blue 8003-47C is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A3ABC5, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lovely Lilac from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A3ABC5 · 8003-47C
Bonnie Blue
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bonnie Blue Technical Profile
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Bonnie Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bonnie Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBonnie Blue
Nearly identical
PPGLovely Lilac
Lovely Lilac
PPG
Nearly identical
Upscale
Behr
Nearly identical
Freesia
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Musical Play
Kilz
Very similar
Dressed Damsel
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Purple Paradise
Vista Paint
Very similar
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sapphire Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
High Style
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bonnie Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bonnie Blue
#A3ABC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bonnie Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bonnie Blue 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Bonnie Blue.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bonnie Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bonnie Blue have?
Bonnie Blue by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bonnie Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bonnie Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bonnie Blue are Lovely Lilac by PPG (a near-identical match), Frosted Blueberry by PPG (a near-identical match), Upscale by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bonnie Blue'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 Bonnie Blue?
Bonnie Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bonnie Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.