Pale Orchid 7231 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #7E889F, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Violet Aura from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7E889F · 7231
Pale Orchid
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pale Orchid Technical Profile
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Pale Orchid in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Orchid in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintPale Orchid
Nearly identical
PPGViolet Aura
Violet Aura
PPG
Nearly identical
Illusionary
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stratford
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Applause Please
Behr
Very similar
Merlin
Valspar
Very similar
Magical Twilight
Kilz
Very similar
Dusty Heather
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Your Shadow
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Orchid
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Orchid
#7E889F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Orchid
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Orchid 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 Pale Orchid.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Orchid — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Orchid have?
Pale Orchid by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 Pale Orchid in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Orchid from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Orchid are Violet Aura by PPG (a near-identical match), Illusionary by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Stratford by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pale Orchid'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 Pale Orchid?
Pale Orchid has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.5, 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.
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