New York State of Mind 805 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #365574, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Earth from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #365574 · 805
New York State of Mind
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
New York State of Mind Technical Profile
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New York State of Mind in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to New York State of Mind in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreNew York State of Mind
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBlue Earth
Blue Earth
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Happy Tune
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Velvet Rope
Behr
Nearly identical
Indigo Cloth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Happy Tune
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Thunder Night
Kilz
Very similar
Blueberry Pie
PPG
Very similar
Inkstain
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Indigo
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New York State of Mind
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New York State of Mind
#365574
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#565687
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New York State of Mind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New York State of Mind 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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New York State of Mind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New York State of Mind have?
New York State of Mind by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 New York State of Mind in your own space before committing.
What colors match New York State of Mind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to New York State of Mind are Blue Earth by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Happy Tune by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Velvet Rope by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting New York State of Mind'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 New York State of Mind?
New York State of Mind has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.5, 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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