Pishposh 8001-2E is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #966E9C, LRV 20 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Elegant Orchid from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #966E9C · 8001-2E
Pishposh
20%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pishposh Technical Profile
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Pishposh in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pishposh in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPishposh
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyElegant Orchid
Elegant Orchid
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Vivid Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Veri Berri
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pleasant Dream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Felicia
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cloudy Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Poets Purple
Kilz
Very similar
Lilac Intuition
Behr
Visible difference
Naples Sunset
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pishposh
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pishposh
#966E9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pishposh
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pishposh 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 Pishposh.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pishposh — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pishposh have?
Pishposh by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pishposh in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pishposh from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pishposh are Elegant Orchid by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Vivid Violet by PPG (a near-identical match), Grape Popsicle by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pishposh'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 Pishposh?
Pishposh has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pishposh's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.