Second Blush 1007-3C is a pink paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E89EB2, LRV 45 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pegeen Peony from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E89EB2 · 1007-3C
Second Blush
45%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Second Blush Technical Profile
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Second Blush in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Second Blush in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSecond Blush
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPegeen Peony
Pegeen Peony
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pegeen Peony
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Brandywine
PPG
Nearly identical
Passion Fruit Punch
Behr
Nearly identical
Piazza Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Love Potion
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pink Ribbon
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Haute Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sincerity
Kilz
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Second Blush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Second Blush
#E89EB2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BF8573
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Second Blush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Second Blush 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 Second Blush.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Second Blush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Second Blush have?
Second Blush 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 Second Blush in your own space before committing.
What colors match Second Blush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Second Blush are Pegeen Peony by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Pegeen Peony by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Brandywine by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Second Blush'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 Second Blush?
Second Blush has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.8, 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 Second Blush's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.