Mauve Magic 1180-5 is a pink paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BF91B2, estimated LRV 35 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Victorian Purple from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BF91B2 · 1180-5
Mauve Magic
35%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mauve Magic Technical Profile
HEX Code#BF91B2
RGB191, 145, 178
Estimated LRV34.5
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypink
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Mauve Magic
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Victorian Purple
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#BE91AF
Close digital match
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#C08EB2
Close digital match
Blooming Lilac
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#BA93B2
Close digital match
Amethyst Purple
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#B993B2
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#CB9AAD
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Colors That Work With Mauve Magic
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauve Magic
#BF91B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD858D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauve Magic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauve Magic 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
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Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mauve Magic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauve Magic have?
Mauve Magic by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mauve Magic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauve Magic are Victorian Purple by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Berry Punch by Kilz (a close digital match), Blooming Lilac by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mauve Magic'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 Mauve Magic?
Mauve Magic has a estimated lightness value of 34.5, 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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Why Mauve Magic's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.