Palisade Orchid 1178-5 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AF8EA5, estimated LRV 31 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fashionably Plum from Hirshfield's (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AF8EA5 · 1178-5
Palisade Orchid
31%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Palisade Orchid Technical Profile
HEX Code#AF8EA5
RGB175, 142, 165
Estimated LRV31.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Palisade Orchid
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Palisade Orchid
#AF8EA5
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 Palisade Orchid
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Palisade Orchid 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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Palisade Orchid — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Palisade Orchid have?
Palisade Orchid by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Palisade Orchid from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Palisade Orchid are Fashionably Plum by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Purple Zinnia by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Fashionably Plum by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Palisade Orchid'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 Palisade Orchid?
Palisade Orchid has a estimated lightness value of 31.2, 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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