Forward Fuchsia 6842 is a pink paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #92345B, LRV 9 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Forward Fuchsia from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #92345B · 6842
Forward Fuchsia
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Forward Fuchsia Technical Profile
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Forward Fuchsia in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Forward Fuchsia in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsForward Fuchsia
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyForward Fuchsia
Forward Fuchsia
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dark Burgundy Wine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bridesmaid
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Circus Red
Behr
Very similar
Royal Flush
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Putnam Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Soft Cranberry
PPG
Very similar
Satin Flower
Kilz
Very similar
Perfect Pout
Valspar
Visible difference
Traffic Purple
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forward Fuchsia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forward Fuchsia
#92345B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A05F59
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forward Fuchsia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forward Fuchsia 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Forward Fuchsia.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forward Fuchsia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forward Fuchsia have?
Forward Fuchsia by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Forward Fuchsia in your own space before committing.
What colors match Forward Fuchsia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forward Fuchsia are Forward Fuchsia by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Dark Burgundy Wine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Bridesmaid by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Forward Fuchsia'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 Forward Fuchsia?
Forward Fuchsia has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.3, 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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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 Forward Fuchsia's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.