Ref. #BAA3A9 · DE6011
Magical Mauve
40%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Magical Mauve Technical Profile
What color is Magical Mauve? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #BAA3A9. Colors similar to Magical Mauve include Valspar Bedroom Plum, Behr Quiet Refuge, Benjamin Moore Magic Potion. Magical Mauve has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Magical Mauve depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Magical Mauve 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 Magical Mauve
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Magical Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Magical Mauve
#BAA3A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8E85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Magical Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Magical 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Magical 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.
Magical Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Magical Mauve have?
Magical Mauve by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Magical Mauve from other brands?
The closest matches are Bedroom Plum by Valspar (#BDA4AD), Quiet Refuge by Behr (#B39FA7), Magic Potion by Benjamin Moore (#BEA8A9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Magical Mauve?
Magical Mauve has an LRV of 39.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Magical Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.