Rare Orchid 7197 is a purple paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #4B4169, estimated LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Voldemort from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #4B4169 · 7197
Rare Orchid
6%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Rare Orchid Technical Profile
HEX Code#4B4169
RGB75, 65, 105
Estimated LRV6.3
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypurple
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Rare Orchid
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rare Orchid
#4B4169
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A5885
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rare Orchid
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rare 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
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Rare Orchid — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rare Orchid have?
Rare Orchid by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple 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 Rare Orchid from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rare Orchid are Voldemort by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Izmir Purple by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), True Romance by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rare 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 Rare Orchid?
Rare Orchid has a estimated lightness value of 6.3, 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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