Velvet Slipper 1046-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #846C76, estimated 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.
PPG · #846C76 · 1046-6
Velvet Slipper
17%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Velvet Slipper Technical Profile
HEX Code#846C76
RGB132, 108, 118
Estimated LRV16.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Velvet Slipper
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Velvet Slipper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvet Slipper are Bitter Briar by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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