Violet Vixen MQ5-41 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #746A90, estimated 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.
Behr · #746A90 · MQ5-41
Violet Vixen
16%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Violet Vixen Technical Profile
HEX Code#746A90
RGB116, 106, 144
Estimated LRV16.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Violet Vixen
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Violet Vixen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Vixen are Garden Violets by PPG (a close digital match), Purple Grapes by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Violet Vixen's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.