Violet Vixen MQ5-41 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #746A90, LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garden Violets from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #746A90 · MQ5-41
Violet Vixen
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Violet Vixen Technical Profile
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Violet Vixen in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Vixen in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrViolet Vixen
Nearly identical
PPGGarden Violets
Garden Violets
PPG
Nearly identical
Forget‐Me‐Not
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Purple
Kilz
Very similar
Purple Spire
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purple Spire
Vista Paint
Very similar
Purple Gumball
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Gemmed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Purple Valley
Valspar
Very similar
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Visible difference
Cupid's Dart
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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 sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Violet Vixen in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Vixen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Vixen are Garden Violets by PPG (a near-identical match), Purple Grapes by PPG (a near-identical match), Forget‐Me‐Not by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violet Vixen'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 Violet Vixen?
Violet Vixen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.0, 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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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.