Ref. #D9DFE7 · 8004-45A
Highland Winds
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Highland Winds Technical Profile
What color is Highland Winds? It's a light cool purple with the hex code #D9DFE7. Colors similar to Highland Winds include Sherwin-Williams Wishful Blue, PPG Irradiant Iris, Vista Paint Romance in Bloom. Highland Winds has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Highland Winds reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to Highland Winds
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Highland Winds
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Highland Winds
#D9DFE7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Highland Winds
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Highland Winds 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 Highland Winds.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Highland Winds — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Highland Winds have?
Highland Winds by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Highland Winds from other brands?
The closest matches are Wishful Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#D8DDE6), Irradiant Iris by PPG (#DADEE6), Romance in Bloom by Vista Paint (#D8DCE3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Highland Winds?
Highland Winds has an LRV of 73.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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