Ref. #846C76 · 1046-6
Velvet Slipper
17%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Velvet Slipper Technical Profile
What color is Velvet Slipper? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #846C76. Colors similar to Velvet Slipper include Behr Bitter Briar, Behr Milk Chocolate, Benjamin Moore Bonne Nuit. Velvet Slipper has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Velvet Slipper creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Velvet Slipper pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Velvet Slipper
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Velvet Slipper from other brands?
The closest matches are Bitter Briar by Behr (#806C74), Milk Chocolate by Behr (#896F75), Bonne Nuit by Benjamin Moore (#7D6B74). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Velvet Slipper?
Velvet Slipper has an LRV of 16.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
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.