Ref. #967F9A · 2072-40
Wild Orchid
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Wild Orchid Technical Profile
What color is Wild Orchid? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #967F9A. Colors similar to Wild Orchid include Hirshfield's Imagine That, Kilz Persian Rose, Valspar Evening Lilac. Wild Orchid has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Wild Orchid creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Wild Orchid pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Wild Orchid
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wild Orchid
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Orchid
#967F9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Orchid
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild Orchid 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 Wild Orchid.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wild Orchid — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Orchid have?
Wild Orchid by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Wild Orchid from other brands?
The closest matches are Imagine That by Hirshfield's (#947C98), Persian Rose by Kilz (#97829A), Evening Lilac by Valspar (#917E99). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wild Orchid?
Wild Orchid has an LRV of 24.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wild Orchid's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.