Candy Drop MQ4-01 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C25D6A, estimated LRV 20 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Temptress from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C25D6A · MQ4-01
Candy Drop
20%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Candy Drop Technical Profile
HEX Code#C25D6A
RGB194, 93, 106
Estimated LRV20.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Candy Drop
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#C05D6B
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#BF5B68
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#BE5E6B
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#C6616A
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#CA606B
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#B95B6D
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#C84F68
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Colors That Work With Candy Drop
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candy Drop
#C25D6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5927D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candy Drop
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candy Drop 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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Candy Drop — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candy Drop have?
Candy Drop by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Candy Drop from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candy Drop are Temptress by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Vibrant Blush by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Lipstick Pink by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Candy Drop'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 Candy Drop?
Candy Drop has a estimated lightness value of 20.3, 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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Why Candy Drop's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.