Iris Blossom 1001-5C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A796B8, estimated LRV 34 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Springs from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A796B8 · 1001-5C
Iris Blossom
34%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Iris Blossom Technical Profile
HEX Code#A796B8
RGB167, 150, 184
Estimated LRV33.5
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Iris Blossom
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Iris Blossom
#A796B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Iris Blossom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Iris Blossom 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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Iris Blossom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Iris Blossom have?
Iris Blossom by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Iris Blossom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Iris Blossom are Purple Springs by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Mystic Petals by Kilz (a close digital match), Lilac Garden by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Iris Blossom'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 Iris Blossom?
Iris Blossom has a estimated lightness value of 33.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Iris Blossom's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.