Hyacinth Haze 7185 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #C2B9C7, estimated LRV 50 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is African Violet from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #C2B9C7 · 7185
Hyacinth Haze
50%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Hyacinth Haze Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2B9C7
RGB194, 185, 199
Estimated LRV50.3
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Hyacinth Haze
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hyacinth Haze
#C2B9C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A8
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hyacinth Haze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hyacinth Haze 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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Hyacinth Haze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hyacinth Haze have?
Hyacinth Haze by Vista Paint has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Hyacinth Haze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hyacinth Haze are African Violet by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Soft Amulet Violet by PPG (a close digital match), Orchid Fragrance by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Hyacinth Haze'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 Hyacinth Haze?
Hyacinth Haze has a estimated lightness value of 50.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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