Orchid 71 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BC9C9E, estimated LRV 37 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cameo Pink from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #BC9C9E · 71
Orchid
37%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Orchid Technical Profile
HEX Code#BC9C9E
RGB188, 156, 158
Estimated LRV36.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Orchid
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orchid
#BC9C9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9685
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orchid
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orchid Room Palettes
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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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Orchid — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orchid have?
Orchid by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Orchid from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orchid are Cameo Pink by Valspar (a close digital match), Mauve Mist by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Twilight Blush by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Orchid'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 Orchid?
Orchid has a estimated lightness value of 36.9, 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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