Enchanted Evening 4003-8A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8698C4, LRV 32 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Hyacinth from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8698C4 · 4003-8A
Enchanted Evening
32%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Enchanted Evening Technical Profile
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Enchanted Evening in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Enchanted Evening in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparEnchanted Evening
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Hyacinth
Blue Hyacinth
PPG
Nearly identical
Dahlia
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Monarchy
Behr
Very similar
South Port
Vista Paint
Very similar
Purple Wish
Kilz
Very similar
Neptune'S Folly
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mood Mode
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Persian Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Periwinkle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Enchanted Evening
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Enchanted Evening
#8698C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D84AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Enchanted Evening
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Enchanted Evening 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 Enchanted Evening.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Enchanted Evening — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Enchanted Evening have?
Enchanted Evening by Valspar has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Enchanted Evening in your own space before committing.
What colors match Enchanted Evening from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Enchanted Evening are Blue Hyacinth by PPG (a near-identical match), Dahlia by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Monarchy by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Enchanted Evening'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 Enchanted Evening?
Enchanted Evening has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.5, 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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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 Enchanted Evening's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.