Calm Cupid 8003-2C is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CFBCC3, LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mauve Finery from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFBCC3 · 8003-2C
Calm Cupid
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Calm Cupid Technical Profile
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Calm Cupid in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Calm Cupid in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCalm Cupid
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMauve Finery
Mauve Finery
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Elusive Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
High Society
PPG
Nearly identical
Queen'S Tart
Behr
Nearly identical
Coco Plum
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Homespun Charm
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
So Dainty
Vista Paint
Very similar
So Dainty
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Sweet Scent
Kilz
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Calm Cupid
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Calm Cupid
#CFBCC3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8A85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Calm Cupid
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Calm Cupid 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 Calm Cupid.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Calm Cupid — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Calm Cupid have?
Calm Cupid 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 Calm Cupid in your own space before committing.
What colors match Calm Cupid from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Calm Cupid are Mauve Finery by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Elusive Violet by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), High Society by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Calm Cupid'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 Calm Cupid?
Calm Cupid has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Calm Cupid's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.