ColorplanBenjamin Moore Smashing Pink (1303) is a light pink with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 63. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Nancy's Blushes (No.278). For trim, try Pink Bliss (2093-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Pink |
| LRV | 63.0 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FEC1BF |
| RGB | 254, 193, 191 |
| HSL | 2°, 97%, 87% |
About Smashing Pink
Smashing Pink (1303) is a light, medium-strength pink from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 63, Smashing Pink has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Smashing Pink's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. Next to Mixed Fruit (2011-50), it's cooler.
How Smashing Pink changes with the light
Smashing Pink has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Smashing Pink's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Smashing Pink will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Smashing Pink can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Smashing Pink will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Smashing Pink in real homes
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Smashing Pink equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 8.5
Also close: Pink Shadow (ΔE 10.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 4.9
Also close: Cinder Rose (ΔE 12.4)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 13.5
Also close: Dusty Lilac (ΔE 15.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Smashing Pink questions
What undertone does Smashing Pink have?
Smashing Pink has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Smashing Pink's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Smashing Pink a light or dark color?
Smashing Pink has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 63.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 63, Smashing Pink has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Smashing Pink in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Rosy Outlook SW 6316 (closest available, ΔE 8.5); Farrow & Ball: Nancy's Blushes No.278 (close, ΔE 4.9); Behr: Stolen Kiss MQ3-34 (closest available, ΔE 13.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Smashing Pink?
Try Pink Bliss (2093-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Smashing Pink's undertone.
Where does Smashing Pink work best?
Smashing Pink works well in bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 63, Smashing Pink has visible color without darkening a room much.
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