Lilac Whisper 4003-9A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DAD8E6, LRV 70 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Perfection from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DAD8E6 · 4003-9A
Lilac Whisper
70%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Lilac Whisper Technical Profile
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Lilac Whisper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lilac Whisper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLilac Whisper
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPerfection
Perfection
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Misty Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Eyeshadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Whispered Lilac
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lavender Ice
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Colorado Dawn
Kilz
Nearly identical
Lilac Mauve
Behr
Nearly identical
Tranquil Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Inspired Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lilac Whisper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lilac Whisper
#DAD8E6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lilac Whisper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lilac Whisper 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 Lilac Whisper.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lilac Whisper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lilac Whisper have?
Lilac Whisper 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 Lilac Whisper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lilac Whisper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lilac Whisper are Perfection by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Misty Violet by PPG (a near-identical match), Eyeshadow by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lilac Whisper'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 Lilac Whisper?
Lilac Whisper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lilac Whisper's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.