Simply Periwinkle 4005-10A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #90ABD6, estimated LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Skies Today from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #90ABD6 · 4005-10A
Simply Periwinkle
40%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Simply Periwinkle Technical Profile
HEX Code#90ABD6
RGB144, 171, 214
Estimated LRV39.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Simply Periwinkle
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply Periwinkle
#90ABD6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#837DB5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simply Periwinkle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply Periwinkle 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
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Simply Periwinkle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply Periwinkle have?
Simply Periwinkle by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Simply Periwinkle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Periwinkle are Blue Skies Today by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Blue Skies Today by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Aqua Marina by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Simply Periwinkle'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 Simply Periwinkle?
Simply Periwinkle has a estimated lightness value of 39.9, 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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