Ref. #746A90 · MQ5-41
Violet Vixen
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Violet Vixen Technical Profile
What color is Violet Vixen? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #746A90. Colors similar to Violet Vixen include PPG Purple Grapes, Sherwin-Williams Forget‐Me‐Not. Violet Vixen has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Violet Vixen creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Violet Vixen pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Violet Vixen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Vixen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Vixen
#746A90
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A282AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Vixen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Vixen 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 Violet Vixen.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Vixen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Vixen have?
Violet Vixen by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Violet Vixen from other brands?
The closest matches are Purple Grapes by PPG (#736993), Forget‐Me‐Not by Sherwin-Williams (#716998), Purple by Kilz (#6A678F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Violet Vixen?
Violet Vixen has an LRV of 16.0, 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 Violet Vixen's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.