Shy Violet 7186 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #D0CAD4, estimated 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.
Vista Paint · #D0CAD4 · 7186
Shy Violet
60%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Shy Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#D0CAD4
RGB208, 202, 212
Estimated LRV60.4
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Shy Violet
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Shy Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shy Violet are Silver Chalice by PPG (a close digital match), Stardust Evening by Valspar (a close digital match), Whispery Purple by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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