Orchid Fragrance 1287 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #C9C1D0, LRV 55 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orchid Fragrance from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9C1D0 · 1287
Orchid Fragrance
55%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Orchid Fragrance Technical Profile
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Orchid Fragrance in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Orchid Fragrance in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sOrchid Fragrance
Nearly identical
Vista PaintOrchid Fragrance
Orchid Fragrance
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lavender Bouquet
Behr
Nearly identical
Icy Spring Violet
PPG
Very similar
Enchant
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Just Bloomed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
African Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Early Lilac
Valspar
Very similar
Boysenberry Cream
Kilz
Very similar
Antique Heather
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Orchid Fragrance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orchid Fragrance
#C9C1D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orchid Fragrance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orchid Fragrance 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
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Orchid Fragrance.
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Orchid Fragrance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orchid Fragrance have?
Orchid Fragrance by Hirshfield's has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Orchid Fragrance in your own space before committing.
What colors match Orchid Fragrance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orchid Fragrance are Orchid Fragrance by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Lavender Bouquet by Behr (a near-identical match), Pastel Violet by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Orchid Fragrance'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 Orchid Fragrance?
Orchid Fragrance has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Orchid Fragrance's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.