Haute Couture MQ1-9 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8C464A, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Crazed Cranberry from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8C464A · MQ1-9
Haute Couture
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Haute Couture Technical Profile
HEX Code#8C464A
RGB140, 70, 74
Estimated LRV10.5
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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Colors That Work With Haute Couture
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Haute Couture
#8C464A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B806A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Haute Couture
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Haute Couture 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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Haute Couture — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Haute Couture have?
Haute Couture 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 Haute Couture from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Haute Couture are Crazed Cranberry by PPG (a close digital match), Barn Red by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Rusty Red by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Haute Couture'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 Haute Couture?
Haute Couture has a estimated lightness value of 10.5, 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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