Ref. #854E51 · 94
Starlet
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Starlet Technical Profile
What color is Starlet? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #854E51. Colors similar to Starlet include Vista Paint Starlet, Sherwin-Williams Cordial, Behr Red Curry. Starlet has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Starlet creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Starlet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Starlet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Starlet
#854E51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C806A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Starlet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Starlet 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 Starlet.
Flowering Chestnut
Hirshfield's · historic-flowering-chestnut
#875657
Quintessential
Hirshfield's · 59
#8C4F46
Savanna
Hirshfield's · 121
#874C44
Alden Till
Hirshfield's · historic-alden-till
#7A4B49
Cogswell Cedar
Hirshfield's · historic-cogswell-cedar
#90534A
Burnt Umber
Hirshfield's · historic-burnt-umber
#7D5A4D
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Starlet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Starlet have?
Starlet by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Starlet from other brands?
The closest matches are Starlet by Vista Paint (#845052), Cordial by Sherwin-Williams (#864C52), Red Curry by Behr (#7F4B4B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Starlet?
Starlet has an LRV of 11.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Starlet's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.