Velvet Slipper 1046-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #846C76, LRV 17 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bitter Briar from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #846C76 · 1046-6
Velvet Slipper
17%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Velvet Slipper Technical Profile
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Velvet Slipper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Velvet Slipper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGVelvet Slipper
Nearly identical
BehrBitter Briar
Bitter Briar
Behr
Nearly identical
Bonne Nuit
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lady Carlyle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Victorian Violet
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Smoked Mulberry
Valspar
Very similar
Plum Dandy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Amazing Amethyst
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Very similar
My Devoted
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Velvet Slipper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvet Slipper
#846C76
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A77F7C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvet Slipper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvet Slipper 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 Velvet Slipper.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Velvet Slipper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvet Slipper have?
Velvet Slipper by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Velvet Slipper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Velvet Slipper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvet Slipper are Bitter Briar by Behr (a near-identical match), Milk Chocolate by Behr (a very close match), Bonne Nuit by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Velvet Slipper'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 Velvet Slipper?
Velvet Slipper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Velvet Slipper's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.