Allegory 401-2DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C9B0AB, estimated LRV 46 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Insightful Rose from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #C9B0AB · 401-2DB
Allegory
46%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Allegory Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9B0AB
RGB201, 176, 171
Estimated LRV46.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandDutch Boy
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Insightful Rose
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#C9B0AB
Close digital match
Wispy Mauve
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#C6AEAA
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Lovebug
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#CAB1AE
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Vintage Tea Rose
Behr
#CBB0A9
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Allspice
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#C9ABA4
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Colors That Work With Allegory
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Allegory
#C9B0AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA085
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Allegory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Allegory 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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Allegory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Allegory have?
Allegory by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) 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 Allegory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Allegory are Insightful Rose by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Wispy Mauve by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Lovebug by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Allegory'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 Allegory?
Allegory has a estimated lightness value of 46.4, 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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Why Allegory's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.