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Benjamin Moore Princess 1272

Princess

Benjamin Moore

1272

About Princess by Benjamin Moore

Princess 1272 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 31% and hue near 350° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 31.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c68691

RGB: 198, 134, 145

Hue350°

Saturation36%

Lightness65%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Princess from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Princess looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Princess 1272 a warm or cool color?
Princess by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Princess?
Princess sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 350°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Princess?
Brightness is about 31%. Saturation is around 36%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 65%. Hue is close to 350°. The hex value is #c68691. The RGB value is 198, 134, 145.
Is Princess better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Princess has brightness around 31%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Princess?
You can match Princess with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Princess work best in a home?
Princess works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Princess compare to a pure white paint?
Princess is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Princess in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Princess in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Princess. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Princess. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.