Ref. #E2D1D6 · 700A-2
Chenille
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chenille Technical Profile
What color is Chenille? It's a light warm pink with the hex code #E2D1D6. Colors similar to Chenille include MPC Violet Water, PPG Santolina Blooms, Valspar Pretty Orchid. Chenille has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Chenille sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like Simply White, blonde wood floors, and brass or gold hardware. Deep green or forest accents add contrast that keeps it from feeling too sweet. Under 2700K warm bulbs pinks and magentas glow warmly, leaning coral. Under 4000K cool light they read more vibrant — important for nursery and bedroom planning where bulb choice changes the mood.
Colors Similar to Chenille
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Violet Water
MPC
Nearly identical
Santolina Blooms
PPG
Nearly identical
Pretty Orchid
Valspar
Nearly identical
Orleans Violet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rosebud
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Velvet Blush
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sweet and Sassy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Desert Mauve
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chenille
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chenille
#E2D1D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8D85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chenille
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chenille 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Chenille.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chenille — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chenille have?
Chenille by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Chenille from other brands?
The closest matches are Violet Water by MPC (#E0D0D5), Santolina Blooms by PPG (#E3D0D5), Pretty Orchid by Valspar (#DFCFD3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chenille?
Chenille has an LRV of 64.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Chenille's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.