Smell the Roses MQ1-08 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BB7283, LRV 24 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wright Old Rose from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BB7283 · MQ1-08
Smell the Roses
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Smell the Roses Technical Profile
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Smell the Roses in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smell the Roses in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSmell the Roses
Nearly identical
PPGWright Old Rose
Wright Old Rose
PPG
Nearly identical
Rose Apothecary
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rose Lane
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Brazilian Blush
Valspar
Very similar
Glam
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peaking Pink
Kilz
Very similar
Prom Dress
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Glam
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rita's Rouge
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smell the Roses
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smell the Roses
#BB7283
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AE8F84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smell the Roses
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smell the Roses 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 Smell the Roses.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smell the Roses — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smell the Roses have?
Smell the Roses by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smell the Roses in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smell the Roses from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smell the Roses are Wright Old Rose by PPG (a near-identical match), Briar Rose by PPG (a near-identical match), Rose Apothecary by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smell the Roses'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 Smell the Roses?
Smell the Roses has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smell the Roses's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.