May Fair 8078 is a red paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #CD6766, estimated LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bubble Tea from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #CD6766 · 8078
May Fair
24%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
May Fair Technical Profile
HEX Code#CD6766
RGB205, 103, 102
Estimated LRV23.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandVista Paint
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to May Fair
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Bubble Tea
Benjamin Moore
#C96462
Close digital match
Strawberry Wine
Behr
#CB6A6B
Close digital match
Coral Berry
PPG
#CF6D6A
Close digital match
Geranium Red
Dunn-Edwards
#D76968
Similar digital color
Sonora Rose
Valspar
#C86C6D
Similar digital color
Begonia
Sherwin-Williams
#D76C6E
Similar digital color
Antique Pink
RAL
#D36E70
Similar digital color
Tandoor Spice
Dutch Boy
#BC645E
Similar digital color
Heart to Heart
Hirshfield's
#D95862
Similar digital color
Hibiscus Tea
Kilz
#D75954
Similar digital color
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
#C57B67
Visible digital difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With May Fair
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
May Fair
#CD6766
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B89A7A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for May Fair
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
May Fair 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 May Fair.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
May Fair — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does May Fair have?
May Fair by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 May Fair from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to May Fair are Bubble Tea by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Strawberry Wine by Behr (a close digital match), Coral Berry by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting May Fair'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 May Fair?
May Fair has a estimated lightness value of 23.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
Explore More with May Fair
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why May Fair's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.