Ref. #956E8A · MP25867
Graceful Grape
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Graceful Grape Technical Profile
What color is Graceful Grape? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #956E8A. Colors similar to Graceful Grape include Benjamin Moore Lazy Afternoon, Hirshfield's Felicia. Graceful Grape has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Graceful Grape 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, Graceful Grape 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 Graceful Grape
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Graceful Grape
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Graceful Grape
#956E8A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD858D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Graceful Grape
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Graceful Grape 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Graceful Grape.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Graceful Grape — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Graceful Grape have?
Graceful Grape by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Graceful Grape from other brands?
The closest matches are Lazy Afternoon by Benjamin Moore (#8E6883), Felicia by Hirshfield's (#917292), Screen Gem by Vista Paint (#9A7595). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Graceful Grape?
Graceful Grape has an LRV of 19.4, 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 Graceful Grape's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.