Positively Pink by Valspar paint color
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Ref. #EC9BB8 · 1003-1C

Positively Pink

45%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
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Positively Pink Technical Profile

What color is Positively Pink? It's a medium warm pink with the hex code #EC9BB8. Colors similar to Positively Pink include Dunn-Edwards Love Potion, Behr Sweet Tart, Vista Paint Pegeen Peony. Positively Pink has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 45 gives Positively Pink depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like Simply White, blonde wood floors, and brass or gold hardware. Deep green or forest accents add contrast that keeps it from feeling too sweet. Under 2700K warm bulbs pinks and magentas glow warmly, leaning coral. Under 4000K cool light they read more vibrant — important for nursery and bedroom planning where bulb choice changes the mood.

HEX Code#EC9BB8
RGB236, 155, 184
LRV44.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Color Familypink
BrandValspar
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Colors Similar to Positively Pink

Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.

Love Potion

Dunn-Edwards

Very similar

Sweet Tart

Behr

Very similar

Pegeen Peony

Vista Paint

Very similar

Pegeen Peony

Hirshfield's

Very similar

Island Sunset

Benjamin Moore

Very similar

Tickled Pink

PPG

Very similar

Haute Pink

Sherwin-Williams

Very similar

Orchidea Red Met.

MPC

Visible difference
Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Positively Pink

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Positively Pink

#EC9BB8

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#C37B6F

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Positively Pink

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Pegeen Peony

Complement

Mermaid's Song

Positively Pink Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Chocolate Cherry

Pop

Red Bliss

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Purple Davenport

Pop

Martian

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Luscious Green

Pop

Tantalizing Teal

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Valspar Colors

Other Valspar colors close to Positively Pink.

Harmonious Rose

Valspar · 1004-2A

#F19DB7

Second Blush

Valspar · 1007-3C

#E89EB2

Flower Girl

Valspar · 1005-1C

#F398AF

Sweet Sixteen

Valspar · 1006-2A

#F29FAB

Pink Frenzy

Valspar · 1002-2A

#EBA7C4

Timeless Rose

Valspar · 2001-4A

#E8A0A8

More pink colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

July Ruby

Behr · BIC-51

#661F54

Juicy Details

Behr · P160-4

#E05B9A

Creamy Strawberry

Dunn-Edwards · DE5050

#FCD2DF

Myst Pink Met.

MPC · MP25341

#B96492

Strawberry Mousse

Behr · 170A-2

#FFC3D8

Exuberant Pink

Sherwin-Williams · 6840

#B54D7F

Positively Pink — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Positively Pink have?
Positively Pink by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Positively Pink from other brands?
The closest matches are Love Potion by Dunn-Edwards (#E398AF), Sweet Tart by Behr (#F2A2C3), Pegeen Peony by Vista Paint (#E79DB2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Positively Pink?
Positively Pink has an LRV of 44.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.

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