Charmeuse AF-265 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DCCDC3, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coconut Macaroon from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DCCDC3 · AF-265
Charmeuse
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Charmeuse Technical Profile
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Charmeuse in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Charmeuse in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCharmeuse
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCoconut Macaroon
Coconut Macaroon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Starlet
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Brioche
Behr
Nearly identical
Bermuda Sand
PPG
Nearly identical
Rabbit's Foot
Valspar
Nearly identical
Reticence
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Desert Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dried Plaster
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sandstone Quarry
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Scallop
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Charmeuse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charmeuse
#DCCDC3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charmeuse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charmeuse 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Charmeuse.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Charmeuse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charmeuse have?
Charmeuse by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Charmeuse in your own space before committing.
What colors match Charmeuse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charmeuse are Coconut Macaroon by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Pale Starlet by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Brioche by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Charmeuse'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 Charmeuse?
Charmeuse has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Charmeuse's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.