Calliope 0044 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #C79A8C, LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Calliope from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C79A8C · 0044
Calliope
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Calliope Technical Profile
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Calliope in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Calliope in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintCalliope
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCalliope
Calliope
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Palmetto Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Salmon Eggs
PPG
Nearly identical
Musk
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Adobe Glow
Valspar
Very similar
Cabbage Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mesa Peach
Behr
Very similar
Amber Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mamey Shake
Kilz
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Calliope
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Calliope
#C79A8C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEA384
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Calliope
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Calliope 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Calliope.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Calliope — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Calliope have?
Calliope by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Calliope in your own space before committing.
What colors match Calliope from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Calliope are Calliope by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Palmetto Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Salmon Eggs by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Calliope'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 Calliope?
Calliope has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.1, 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 Calliope's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.