Retro Rose 90RR 21/418 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CA606B, LRV 22 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Trout Pout from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CA606B · 90RR 21/418
Retro Rose
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Retro Rose Technical Profile
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Retro Rose in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Retro Rose in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGRetro Rose
Nearly identical
ValsparTrout Pout
Trout Pout
Valspar
Nearly identical
Garden Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Candy Drop
Behr
Very similar
Temptress
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lipstick Pink
Vista Paint
Very similar
Vibrant Blush
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Terra Rosa
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grenadine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ibis Pink
Kilz
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Retro Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Retro Rose
#CA606B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8937A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Retro Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Retro Rose 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 Retro Rose.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Retro Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Retro Rose have?
Retro Rose by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Retro Rose in your own space before committing.
What colors match Retro Rose from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Retro Rose are Trout Pout by Valspar (a near-identical match), Garden Pink by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Pinked Azalea by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Retro Rose'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 Retro Rose?
Retro Rose has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Retro Rose's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.