New York State of Mind 805 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #365574, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #365574 · 805
New York State of Mind
11%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
New York State of Mind Technical Profile
HEX Code#365574
RGB54, 85, 116
Estimated LRV10.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyblue
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With New York State of Mind
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 close digital match), Happy Tune by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Velvet Rope by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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