Enchanted Evening 4003-8A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8698C4, estimated 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.
Valspar · #8698C4 · 4003-8A
Enchanted Evening
32%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Enchanted Evening Technical Profile
HEX Code#8698C4
RGB134, 152, 196
Estimated LRV31.5
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Enchanted Evening
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#8394C5
Close digital match
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#8B98C4
Close digital match
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#879CD1
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Colors That Work With Enchanted Evening
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Enchanted Evening from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Enchanted Evening are Blue Hyacinth by PPG (a close digital match), Dahlia by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Enchanted Evening's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.