Velvet Dawn 1310 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #BBAEBA, LRV 44 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velvet Dawn from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBAEBA · 1310
Velvet Dawn
44%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Velvet Dawn Technical Profile
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Velvet Dawn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Velvet Dawn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintVelvet Dawn
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sVelvet Dawn
Velvet Dawn
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Midsummer Twilight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dusky Heather
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Exclusive Violet
Behr
Very similar
Soft Amulet Violet
PPG
Very similar
Sanctuary
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mauve Finery
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Antique Heather
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mauve Melody
Kilz
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
White Aluminium
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Velvet Dawn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvet Dawn
#BBAEBA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8596
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvet Dawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvet Dawn 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 Velvet Dawn.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Velvet Dawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvet Dawn have?
Velvet Dawn 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 Velvet Dawn in your own space before committing.
What colors match Velvet Dawn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvet Dawn are Velvet Dawn by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Midsummer Twilight by Valspar (a near-identical match), Heather Hill by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Velvet Dawn'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 Dawn?
Velvet Dawn has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.4, 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
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 Velvet Dawn's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.