Embarrassed Shadow by Valspar paint color
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Ref. #B7A49F · 8004-5D

Embarrassed Shadow

39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Embarrassed Shadow Technical Profile

What color is Embarrassed Shadow? It's a medium warm neutral with the hex code #B7A49F. Colors similar to Embarrassed Shadow include Dutch Boy Baby Sprout, MPC Misty Heather Met., Kilz Simply Taupe. Embarrassed Shadow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Embarrassed Shadow depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Embarrassed Shadow pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.

HEX Code#B7A49F
RGB183, 164, 159
LRV39.1
UndertoneNeutral
Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Colors Similar to Embarrassed Shadow

Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.

Baby Sprout

Dutch Boy

Nearly identical

Misty Heather Met.

MPC

Nearly identical

Simply Taupe

Kilz

Nearly identical

Lavender Suede

Behr

Nearly identical

Lost Locket

Benjamin Moore

Nearly identical

Glamour

Sherwin-Williams

Nearly identical

Toasted Rose

Vista Paint

Nearly identical

Cozy Cover

Hirshfield's

Very similar
Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Embarrassed Shadow

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Embarrassed Shadow

#B7A49F

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#ADA285

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Embarrassed Shadow

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Evening Gown

Complement

Little Falls

Embarrassed Shadow Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Prairie Foliage

Pop

Fall Leaf

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Plump Grape

Pop

Lucky Clover

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Mosaic Green

Pop

Blue Nebula

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Valspar Colors

Other Valspar colors close to Embarrassed Shadow.

Pick of the Litter

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Koala

Valspar · 8005-8D

#B5A79A

Oyster Shoal

Valspar · 8005-5D

#B7A895

Artemis

Valspar · 8006-1D

#B0A998

Rocky Bluffs

Valspar · 4003-1C

#ADA9A4

Gray Silt

Valspar · 6002-1C

#ACA799

More neutral colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Royal Proclamation

Vista Paint · C-1296

#A89EBA

Winter Grass

Kilz · LF130-02

#958B6A

Townsend Harbor Brown

Benjamin Moore · HC-64

#644644

Tranquil Aqua

Sherwin-Williams · 7611

#7C9AA0

Scandinavian Sky

PPG · 1149-3

#C2D3D6

Midnight Clover

PPG · 1138-7

#3C574E

Embarrassed Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Embarrassed Shadow have?
Embarrassed Shadow by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Embarrassed Shadow from other brands?
The closest matches are Baby Sprout by Dutch Boy (#B6A39C), Misty Heather Met. by MPC (#B3A29D), Simply Taupe by Kilz (#B8A7A2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Embarrassed Shadow?
Embarrassed Shadow has an LRV of 39.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.

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