Mauve Mist 100E-2 is a purple paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E1DAE7, LRV 66 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sugarplum from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E1DAE7 · 100E-2
Mauve Mist
66%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Mauve Mist Technical Profile
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Mauve Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mauve Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMauve Mist
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSugarplum
Sugarplum
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Inspired Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Violet Pearl
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Violet Tinge
PPG
Nearly identical
Heart's Aflutter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Violet Pearl
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Whispered Lilac
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lingering Lilac
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Colorado Dawn
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mauve Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauve Mist
#E1DAE7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauve Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauve Mist 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 Mauve Mist.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mauve Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauve Mist have?
Mauve Mist by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mauve Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mauve Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauve Mist are Sugarplum by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Inspired Lilac by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Violet Pearl by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mauve Mist'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 Mauve Mist?
Mauve Mist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Mauve Mist's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.