Ref. #F8F1EF · W-B-110
Soft Lace
86%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soft Lace Technical Profile
What color is Soft Lace? It's a very light warm red with the hex code #F8F1EF. Colors similar to Soft Lace include Valspar Naiveté, Vista Paint Vienna Dawn, Hirshfield's Little Pinky. Soft Lace has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 86, Soft Lace reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Soft Lace
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soft Lace
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soft Lace
#F8F1EF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1A481
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soft Lace
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soft Lace 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 Soft Lace.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soft Lace — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soft Lace have?
Soft Lace by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Soft Lace from other brands?
The closest matches are Naiveté by Valspar (#F7EFEC), Vienna Dawn by Vista Paint (#F6EEED), Little Pinky by Hirshfield's (#F4EDEC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Soft Lace?
Soft Lace has an LRV of 86.0, 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 Soft Lace's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.