Love Affair 1266 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #865A5E, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Old Burgundy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #865A5E · 1266
Love Affair
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Love Affair Technical Profile
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Love Affair in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Love Affair in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreLove Affair
Nearly identical
PPGOld Burgundy
Old Burgundy
PPG
Nearly identical
Alaea
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Strawberry Shade
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Nearly identical
Whimsy
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
In a Maroon Mood
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chocolate Cherry
Vista Paint
Very similar
So Merlot
Behr
Very similar
In the Red
Valspar
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Love Affair
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Love Affair
#865A5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A18572
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Love Affair
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Love Affair 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 Love Affair.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Love Affair — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Love Affair have?
Love Affair by Benjamin Moore 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 Love Affair in your own space before committing.
What colors match Love Affair from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Love Affair are Old Burgundy by PPG (a near-identical match), Alaea by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Strawberry Shade by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Love Affair'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 Love Affair?
Love Affair has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.2, 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 Love Affair's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.