Charmeuse AF-265 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DCCDC3, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #DCCDC3 · AF-265
Charmeuse
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Charmeuse Technical Profile
HEX Code#DCCDC3
RGB220, 205, 195
Estimated LRV62.8
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Compare alternatives to Charmeuse
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Coconut Macaroon
Hirshfield's
#DACAC0
Close digital match
Pale Starlet
Vista Paint
#DBCBC2
Close digital match
Brioche
Behr
#DFCFC3
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Bermuda Sand
PPG
#DACBBF
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Rabbit's Foot
Valspar
#DACDC2
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Reticence
Sherwin-Williams
#D9CDC3
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Desert Rock
Dunn-Edwards
#D5C6BD
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Dried Plaster
Kilz
#E3D3C6
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Sandstone Quarry
Dutch Boy
#DECABD
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Scallop
Farrow & Ball
#D9C8BA
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Colors That Work With Charmeuse
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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
Digital 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
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Charmeuse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charmeuse have?
Charmeuse by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Charmeuse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charmeuse are Coconut Macaroon by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Pale Starlet by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Brioche by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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