Ref. #A623A6 · 100B-7
Hot Pink
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Hot Pink Technical Profile
What color is Hot Pink? It's a deep warm pink with the hex code #A623A6. Hot Pink has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Hot Pink creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Pink
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Grape Riot
Vista Paint
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Purple Robe
MPC
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Twilight Magenta
Benjamin Moore
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Plum Passion
Dunn-Edwards
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Traffic Purple
RAL
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Cosmic Berry
Valspar
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Grape Juice
PPG
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Passionate Purple
Sherwin-Williams
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hot Pink
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hot Pink
#A623A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AF4D7E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hot Pink
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hot Pink 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 Pink.
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 Pink — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hot Pink have?
Hot Pink by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Hot Pink from other brands?
The closest matches are Grape Riot by Vista Paint (#94437C), Purple Robe by MPC (#B52D7E), Twilight Magenta by Benjamin Moore (#9C4B81). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hot Pink?
Hot Pink has an LRV of 12.1, 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 Pink's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.