Native Lilac 4001-4A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AB9CAC, LRV 35 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gypsy's Gown from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AB9CAC · 4001-4A
Native Lilac
35%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Native Lilac Technical Profile
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Native Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Native Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNative Lilac
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sGypsy's Gown
Gypsy's Gown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Heirloom Orchid
Behr
Nearly identical
High Society Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Inspired
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gypsy’s Gown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Obi Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Voila!
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Veiled Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mauve Melody
Kilz
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Native Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Native Lilac
#AB9CAC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Native Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Native Lilac 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 Native Lilac.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Native Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Native Lilac have?
Native Lilac by Valspar has a warm (pink) 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 Native Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Native Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Native Lilac are Gypsy's Gown by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Heirloom Orchid by Behr (a near-identical match), High Society Violet by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Native Lilac'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 Native Lilac?
Native Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.4, 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 Native Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.