Victorian Mauve 2114-50 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C3B6B8, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Imagine from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C3B6B8 · 2114-50
Victorian Mauve
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Victorian Mauve Technical Profile
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Victorian Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Victorian Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreVictorian Mauve
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsImagine
Imagine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Moonlit Mauve
Behr
Nearly identical
Sun Painter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Young Fawn
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Flutter by
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Jack Rabbit
PPG
Nearly identical
Romantic Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Always Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
North Island
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Victorian Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Victorian Mauve
#C3B6B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Victorian Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Victorian Mauve 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 Victorian Mauve.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Victorian Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Victorian Mauve have?
Victorian Mauve by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Victorian Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Victorian Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Victorian Mauve are Imagine by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Chaise Mauve by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Moonlit Mauve by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Victorian Mauve'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 Victorian Mauve?
Victorian Mauve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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