Lilac Blossom 1289 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #9891A7, LRV 30 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lilac Blossom from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9891A7 · 1289
Lilac Blossom
30%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Lilac Blossom Technical Profile
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Lilac Blossom in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lilac Blossom in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintLilac Blossom
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sLilac Blossom
Lilac Blossom
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Purple Surf
PPG
Nearly identical
Berry Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Duchess Lilac
Behr
Very similar
Come Catch Me
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lucent Purple
Valspar
Very similar
Hazy Lilac
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bay Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fortnight Lily
Kilz
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lilac Blossom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lilac Blossom
#9891A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A685AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lilac Blossom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lilac Blossom 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Lilac Blossom.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lilac Blossom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lilac Blossom have?
Lilac Blossom by Vista Paint has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lilac Blossom in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lilac Blossom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lilac Blossom are Lilac Blossom by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Purple Surf by PPG (a near-identical match), Smoky Grape by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Lilac Blossom'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 Lilac Blossom?
Lilac Blossom has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lilac Blossom's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.