Palisade Orchid 1178-5 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AF8EA5, 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.
Ref. #AF8EA5 · 1178-5
Palisade Orchid
31%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Palisade Orchid Technical Profile
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Palisade Orchid in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Palisade Orchid in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPalisade Orchid
Very similar
Hirshfield'sFashionably Plum
Fashionably Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purple Zinnia
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fashionably Plum
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grapevine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Radiant Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Historic Rose
Kilz
Very similar
Iris Reverie
Valspar
Very similar
Caribbean Sunset
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Uptown Girl
Behr
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Palisade Orchid
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Palisade Orchid.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Palisade Orchid in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Palisade Orchid's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.