French Rose 8168 is a pink paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #DBA8D1, LRV 48 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tiara Pink from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBA8D1 · 8168
French Rose
48%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
French Rose Technical Profile
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French Rose in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to French Rose in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintFrench Rose
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sTiara Pink
Tiara Pink
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pink Taffy
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Chateau Rose
PPG
Nearly identical
Ballet Rose
Behr
Very similar
Exotic Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Plink
Valspar
Very similar
Dahlia Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Crush
Kilz
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Novel Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With French Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Rose
#DBA8D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2808F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for French Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Rose 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
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Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
French Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Rose have?
French Rose by Vista Paint 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 French Rose in your own space before committing.
What colors match French Rose from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Rose are Tiara Pink by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Pink Taffy by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Exotic Fuchsia by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting French Rose'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 French Rose?
French Rose has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why French Rose's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.