Poetic Purple 1010-8 is a pink paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5D3A4B, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jester from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5D3A4B · 1010-8
Poetic Purple
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Poetic Purple Technical Profile
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Poetic Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Poetic Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPoetic Purple
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreJester
Jester
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Purple Stiletto
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Love Potion
PPG
Very similar
Purple Stiletto
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Japanese Maple
Behr
Very similar
Mulberry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mature Grape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Antiqued Fuchsia
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Aged To Perfection
Kilz
Very similar
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Create .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Red Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Poetic Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poetic Purple
#5D3A4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#795151
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Poetic Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poetic Purple 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 Poetic Purple.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Poetic Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poetic Purple have?
Poetic Purple by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Poetic Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Poetic Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poetic Purple are Jester by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Purple Stiletto by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Love Potion by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Poetic Purple'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 Poetic Purple?
Poetic Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Poetic Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.