Orleans Violet 1374 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E5D4D7, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Secret Blush from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E5D4D7 · 1374
Orleans Violet
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Orleans Violet Technical Profile
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Orleans Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Orleans Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreOrleans Violet
Nearly identical
BehrSecret Blush
Secret Blush
Behr
Nearly identical
Powder Blush
PPG
Nearly identical
Velvet Blush
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Princess Irene
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pretty Orchid
Valspar
Nearly identical
Demure
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rosebud Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Billowing Clouds
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bridal Blush
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Orleans Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orleans Violet
#E5D4D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Orleans Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orleans Violet 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 Orleans Violet.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Orleans Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orleans Violet have?
Orleans Violet by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Orleans Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Orleans Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orleans Violet are Secret Blush by Behr (a near-identical match), Powder Blush by PPG (a near-identical match), Rose Blush by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Orleans Violet'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 Orleans Violet?
Orleans Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Orleans Violet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.