Mauve Star 8746 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #CDBBB7, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Batik from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #CDBBB7 · 8746
Mauve Star
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mauve Star Technical Profile
HEX Code#CDBBB7
RGB205, 187, 183
Estimated LRV51.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandVista Paint
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Compare alternatives to Mauve Star
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Batik
Benjamin Moore
#CDBAB6
Close digital match
Cathedral Morning
Valspar
#D1BEBA
Close digital match
Wafting Gray
Dunn-Edwards
#CDBDBA
Close digital match
Josephine
Behr
#D1BFBB
Close digital match
Subdued
PPG
#CCB8B3
Close digital match
Soufflé
Hirshfield's
#CEBBB3
Close digital match
Breathless
Sherwin-Williams
#D6C2BE
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#D6C2BE
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#CDC0BC
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#D6C8C3
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Colors That Work With Mauve Star
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mauve Star
#CDBBB7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA085
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mauve Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mauve Star 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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Mauve Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mauve Star have?
Mauve Star by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Mauve Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mauve Star are Batik by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Cathedral Morning by Valspar (a close digital match), Wafting Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mauve Star'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 Mauve Star?
Mauve Star has a estimated lightness value of 51.9, 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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