Contemporary Mauve 201-4DB is a pink paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C094A1, LRV 35 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Edwardian Rose from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C094A1 · 201-4DB
Contemporary Mauve
35%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Contemporary Mauve Technical Profile
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Contemporary Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Contemporary Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyContemporary Mauve
Nearly identical
ValsparEdwardian Rose
Edwardian Rose
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rosé
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Retro Pink
Behr
Very similar
Harvest Blessing
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Harvest Blessing
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rose Meadow
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Colony Rose
PPG
Very similar
Historic Rose
Kilz
Very similar
Cranberry Ice
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Contemporary Mauve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Contemporary Mauve
#C094A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8D85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Contemporary Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Contemporary 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Contemporary Mauve.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Contemporary Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Contemporary Mauve have?
Contemporary Mauve by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Contemporary Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Contemporary Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Contemporary Mauve are Edwardian Rose by Valspar (a near-identical match), Rosé by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Retro Pink by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Contemporary 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 Contemporary Mauve?
Contemporary Mauve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Contemporary Mauve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.