Shy Violet 7186 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #D0CAD4, LRV 60 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Chalice from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0CAD4 · 7186
Shy Violet
60%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Shy Violet Technical Profile
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Shy Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shy Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintShy Violet
Nearly identical
PPGSilver Chalice
Silver Chalice
PPG
Nearly identical
Stardust Evening
Valspar
Nearly identical
Whispery Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Winter Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
French Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Lilac Luster
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Enchant
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Butterfly Kiss
Kilz
Very similar
Tranquil Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Telegrey 4
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shy Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shy Violet
#D0CAD4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shy Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shy Violet 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 Shy Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shy Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shy Violet have?
Shy Violet by Vista Paint has a cool (violet) 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 Shy Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shy Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shy Violet are Silver Chalice by PPG (a near-identical match), Stardust Evening by Valspar (a near-identical match), Whispery Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shy Violet'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 Shy Violet?
Shy Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.4, 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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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 Shy Violet's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.