Ref. #FF9AAB · 190B-4
Duchess Rose
51%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Duchess Rose Technical Profile
What color is Duchess Rose? It's a medium warm red with the hex code #FF9AAB. Colors similar to Duchess Rose include Dunn-Edwards Charming Cherry, PPG Pink Punch, Hirshfield's Dollie. Duchess Rose has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Duchess Rose 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 creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Duchess Rose
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Duchess Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Duchess Rose
#FF9AAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6845C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Duchess Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Duchess Rose 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 Duchess Rose.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Duchess Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Duchess Rose have?
Duchess Rose by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Duchess Rose from other brands?
The closest matches are Charming Cherry by Dunn-Edwards (#FF90A2), Pink Punch by PPG (#F392A0), Dollie by Hirshfield's (#F590A0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Duchess Rose?
Duchess Rose has an LRV of 51.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Duchess Rose's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.