Mystic Iris 1246-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8596D2, LRV 32 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Wisteria from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8596D2 · 1246-5
Mystic Iris
32%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mystic Iris Technical Profile
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Mystic Iris in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mystic Iris in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMystic Iris
Nearly identical
BehrWild Wisteria
Wild Wisteria
Behr
Nearly identical
Florette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Shock
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mood Mode
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dahlia
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Serendipity
Kilz
Very similar
Periwinkle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Neptune'S Folly
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Brazilian Blue
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mystic Iris
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mystic Iris
#8596D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D7DB5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mystic Iris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mystic Iris 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Mystic Iris.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mystic Iris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mystic Iris have?
Mystic Iris by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mystic Iris in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mystic Iris from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mystic Iris are Wild Wisteria by Behr (a near-identical match), Florette by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blue Shock by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mystic Iris'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 Mystic Iris?
Mystic Iris has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.5, 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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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 Mystic Iris's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.