Hyacinth Haze 7185 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #C2B9C7, 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.
Ref. #C2B9C7 · 7185
Hyacinth Haze
50%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Hyacinth Haze Technical Profile
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Hyacinth Haze in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hyacinth Haze in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintHyacinth Haze
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAfrican Violet
African Violet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Soft Amulet Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Orchid Fragrance
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Aster
Behr
Very similar
Dusky Heather
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pocketful of Posies
Valspar
Very similar
Grape Mist
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Boysenberry Cream
Kilz
Very similar
Antique Heather
Dunn-Edwards
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 Hyacinth Haze
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
Pure 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
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Hyacinth Haze.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hyacinth Haze in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hyacinth Haze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hyacinth Haze are African Violet by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Soft Amulet Violet by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hyacinth Haze's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.