Velvet Beret 1001-3A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #675375, estimated LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is California Raisin from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #675375 · 1001-3A
Velvet Beret
10%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Velvet Beret Technical Profile
HEX Code#675375
RGB103, 83, 117
Estimated LRV10.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Velvet Beret
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvet Beret
#675375
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#976492
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvet Beret
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvet Beret 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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Velvet Beret — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvet Beret have?
Velvet Beret by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Velvet Beret from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvet Beret are California Raisin by PPG (a very close match), Rich Sari by Kilz (a very close match), Parisian Plum by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Velvet Beret'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 Velvet Beret?
Velvet Beret has a estimated lightness value of 10.4, 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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