Kismet 6830 is a purple paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A18AB7, LRV 29 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yolanda from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A18AB7 · 6830
Kismet
29%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Kismet Technical Profile
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Kismet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kismet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsKismet
Nearly identical
Vista PaintYolanda
Yolanda
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yolanda
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purple Statice
PPG
Very similar
Gleeful Joy
Valspar
Very similar
Star of Persia
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Reserve
Behr
Very similar
Crocus Petal Purple
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Indulgence
Kilz
Very similar
Spiny Urchin
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kismet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kismet
#A18AB7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kismet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kismet 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 Kismet.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kismet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kismet have?
Kismet by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Kismet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kismet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kismet are Yolanda by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Yolanda by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Lilac Garden by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Kismet'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 Kismet?
Kismet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Kismet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.