Ref. #7B6A77 · 1305
Victorian Violet
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Victorian Violet Technical Profile
What color is Victorian Violet? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7B6A77. Colors similar to Victorian Violet include Vista Paint Victorian Violet, PPG Purple Dusk, Vista Paint Southern Belle. Victorian Violet has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Victorian Violet creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Victorian Violet pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Victorian Violet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Victorian Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Victorian Violet
#7B6A77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A37581
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Victorian Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Victorian Violet 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 Victorian Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Victorian Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Victorian Violet have?
Victorian Violet by Hirshfield's has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Victorian Violet from other brands?
The closest matches are Victorian Violet by Vista Paint (#7A6975), Purple Dusk by PPG (#7C6B76), Southern Belle by Vista Paint (#7B6B7A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Victorian Violet?
Victorian Violet has an LRV of 15.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Victorian Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.