Orleans Violet 1374 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E5D4D7, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #E5D4D7 · 1374
Orleans Violet
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Orleans Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#E5D4D7
RGB229, 212, 215
Estimated LRV68.7
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 Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Orleans Violet
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Orleans Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orleans Violet are Secret Blush by Behr (a close digital match), Powder Blush by PPG (a close digital match), Rose Blush by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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