Gorgeous Hydrangea 1242 is a blue paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #A495CB, LRV 34 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gorgeous Hydrangea from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A495CB · 1242
Gorgeous Hydrangea
34%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Gorgeous Hydrangea Technical Profile
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Gorgeous Hydrangea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gorgeous Hydrangea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sGorgeous Hydrangea
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGorgeous Hydrangea
Gorgeous Hydrangea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Quite Lilac
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grape Arbor
PPG
Nearly identical
Garden Flower
Behr
Nearly identical
Star of Persia
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mighty Aphrodite
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Purplesaurus
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Brave Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wonderland
Kilz
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gorgeous Hydrangea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gorgeous Hydrangea
#A495CB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A584AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gorgeous Hydrangea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gorgeous Hydrangea 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 Hirshfield's Colors
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Gorgeous Hydrangea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gorgeous Hydrangea have?
Gorgeous Hydrangea by Hirshfield's has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gorgeous Hydrangea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gorgeous Hydrangea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gorgeous Hydrangea are Gorgeous Hydrangea by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Quite Lilac by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lavender Legend by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gorgeous Hydrangea'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 Gorgeous Hydrangea?
Gorgeous Hydrangea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.7, 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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