Victorian Plum 1179-6 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8E6278, LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Forest Berry from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E6278 · 1179-6
Victorian Plum
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Victorian Plum Technical Profile
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Victorian Plum in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Victorian Plum in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGVictorian Plum
Nearly identical
BehrForest Berry
Forest Berry
Behr
Nearly identical
Orchard Plum
Vista Paint
Very similar
Plum Dandy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Valley Bloom
Valspar
Very similar
Lazy Afternoon
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Orchid Orchestra
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rosewine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Purple Beech
Dutch Boy
Very similar
De Janeiro
Kilz
Visible difference
Signal Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Victorian Plum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Victorian Plum
#8E6278
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A77C7C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Victorian Plum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Victorian Plum 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
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Victorian Plum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Victorian Plum have?
Victorian Plum 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 Victorian Plum in your own space before committing.
What colors match Victorian Plum from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Victorian Plum are Forest Berry by Behr (a near-identical match), Mulled Wine by Behr (a near-identical match), Orchard Plum by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Victorian Plum'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 Victorian Plum?
Victorian Plum has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.8, 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 Victorian Plum's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.