Midsummer Twilight 4001-3C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BBAFBD, LRV 45 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velvet Dawn from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBAFBD · 4001-3C
Midsummer Twilight
45%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Midsummer Twilight Technical Profile
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Midsummer Twilight in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Midsummer Twilight in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMidsummer Twilight
Nearly identical
Vista PaintVelvet Dawn
Velvet Dawn
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Velvet Dawn
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Exclusive Violet
Behr
Nearly identical
Dusky Heather
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Soft Amulet Violet
PPG
Very similar
African Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Obi Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Antique Heather
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Silk Scarf
Kilz
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midsummer Twilight
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midsummer Twilight
#BBAFBD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midsummer Twilight
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midsummer Twilight 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 Midsummer Twilight.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Midsummer Twilight — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midsummer Twilight have?
Midsummer Twilight by Valspar has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Midsummer Twilight in your own space before committing.
What colors match Midsummer Twilight from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midsummer Twilight are Velvet Dawn by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Velvet Dawn by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Heather Hill by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Midsummer Twilight'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 Midsummer Twilight?
Midsummer Twilight has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.9, 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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Related Reading
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 Midsummer Twilight's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.