Drop Dead Gorgeous 1329 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BC4355, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spiked Punch from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BC4355 · 1329
Drop Dead Gorgeous
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Drop Dead Gorgeous Technical Profile
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Drop Dead Gorgeous in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Drop Dead Gorgeous in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDrop Dead Gorgeous
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSpiked Punch
Spiked Punch
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Red Jalapeno
Behr
Nearly identical
Berry Blush
Valspar
Very similar
Cherry Red
PPG
Very similar
Heartfelt
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Punky Pink
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Strawberry Sorbet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Punky Pink
Vista Paint
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Red Flare
Kilz
Visible difference
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Drop Dead Gorgeous
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Drop Dead Gorgeous
#BC4355
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6907C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Drop Dead Gorgeous
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Drop Dead Gorgeous 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 Drop Dead Gorgeous.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Drop Dead Gorgeous — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Drop Dead Gorgeous have?
Drop Dead Gorgeous by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Drop Dead Gorgeous in your own space before committing.
What colors match Drop Dead Gorgeous from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Drop Dead Gorgeous are Spiked Punch by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Red Jalapeno by Behr (a near-identical match), Berry Blush by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Drop Dead Gorgeous'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 Drop Dead Gorgeous?
Drop Dead Gorgeous has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Drop Dead Gorgeous's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.