Laureate 8705 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #E4BCC3, LRV 56 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Love In A Mist from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E4BCC3 · 8705
Laureate
56%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Laureate Technical Profile
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Laureate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Laureate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintLaureate
Nearly identical
PPGLove In A Mist
Love In A Mist
PPG
Nearly identical
Quiet Pink
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sweety Pie
Valspar
Very similar
Tara
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pencil Eraser
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bridal Rose
Behr
Very similar
Loveable
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Spring Blossoms
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sweet Antoinette
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Laureate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Laureate
#E4BCC3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3907F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Laureate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Laureate 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 Laureate.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Laureate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Laureate have?
Laureate by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) 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 Laureate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Laureate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Laureate are Love In A Mist by PPG (a near-identical match), Quiet Pink by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Pink Softness by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Laureate'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 Laureate?
Laureate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.4, 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 Laureate's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.