Glamorous Taupe 2003-10A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BEA89F, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusty Rosewood from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEA89F · 2003-10A
Glamorous Taupe
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Glamorous Taupe Technical Profile
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Glamorous Taupe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Glamorous Taupe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGlamorous Taupe
Nearly identical
BehrDusty Rosewood
Dusty Rosewood
Behr
Nearly identical
Flax
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Frontier Land
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cozy Cover
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Baby Sprout
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Emerging Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dancing Deer
Vista Paint
Very similar
Taupe Tapestry
PPG
Very similar
Simply Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glamorous Taupe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glamorous Taupe
#BEA89F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA585
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glamorous Taupe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glamorous Taupe 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 Glamorous Taupe.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Glamorous Taupe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glamorous Taupe have?
Glamorous Taupe by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Glamorous Taupe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Glamorous Taupe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Glamorous Taupe are Dusty Rosewood by Behr (a near-identical match), Heavenly Cocoa by Behr (a near-identical match), Flax by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Glamorous Taupe'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 Glamorous Taupe?
Glamorous Taupe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.5, 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 Glamorous Taupe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.