Rare Orchid 7197 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #4B4169, 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.
Ref. #4B4169 · 7197
Rare Orchid
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Rare Orchid Technical Profile
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Rare Orchid in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rare 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 PaintRare Orchid
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sVoldemort
Voldemort
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Izmir Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Renaissance Tapestry
Kilz
Nearly identical
Heraldic
Behr
Very similar
Spirit Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Grand Purple
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Imperial Purple
PPG
Very similar
Grape Gum
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Violet Aurora
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Blue Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rare Orchid
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
Pure 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
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Rare Orchid.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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 blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rare Orchid in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rare Orchid from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rare Orchid are Voldemort by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Izmir Purple by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), True Romance by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Rare Orchid's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.