Collensia 1281 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #BEB7CB, LRV 49 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Lilac from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEB7CB · 1281
Collensia
49%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Collensia Technical Profile
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Collensia in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Collensia in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintCollensia
Nearly identical
PPGWild Lilac
Wild Lilac
PPG
Nearly identical
Collensia
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Boysenberry Cream
Kilz
Very similar
Mulberry Stain
Behr
Very similar
Thistled
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Playful Purple
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
French Lilac
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Midsummer Twilight
Valspar
Very similar
Wisteria
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Collensia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Collensia
#BEB7CB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Collensia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Collensia 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 Collensia.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Collensia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Collensia have?
Collensia by Vista Paint has a cool (violet) 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 Collensia in your own space before committing.
What colors match Collensia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Collensia are Wild Lilac by PPG (a near-identical match), Collensia by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Violet Beauty by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Collensia'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 Collensia?
Collensia has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Collensia's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.