Ref. #E95DB3 · P150-4
Hot Gossip
32%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Hot Gossip Technical Profile
What color is Hot Gossip? It's a medium warm pink with the hex code #E95DB3. Hot Gossip has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Hot Gossip depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Hot Gossip
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Puple Hollyhock
Vista Paint
Very similar
Purple Hollyhock
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rhodamine Red C
MPC
Visible difference
Cosmic Pink
Valspar
Visible difference
Crushed Berries
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Spring Azalea
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Plumeria Lei
Kilz
Visible difference
Heather Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hot Gossip
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hot Gossip
#E95DB3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C86A75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hot Gossip
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hot Gossip 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 Hot Gossip.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hot Gossip — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hot Gossip have?
Hot Gossip by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Hot Gossip from other brands?
The closest matches are Puple Hollyhock by Vista Paint (#D76AAC), Purple Hollyhock by Hirshfield's (#D96CAD), Rhodamine Red C by MPC (#EE4D9B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hot Gossip?
Hot Gossip has an LRV of 32.0, 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 Hot Gossip's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.