May Mist 1247 is a blue paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #A19FC8, LRV 37 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lined with Lilacs from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A19FC8 · 1247
May Mist
37%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
May Mist Technical Profile
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May Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to May Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sMay Mist
Nearly identical
Vista PaintLined with Lilacs
Lined with Lilacs
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bedtime Story
Kilz
Very similar
Purpleheart
Valspar
Very similar
Ashley'S Heather
PPG
Very similar
Grape Gatsby
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wild Violet
Behr
Very similar
Purplesaurus
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Snugglepuss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Forever Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With May Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
May Mist
#A19FC8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for May Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
May Mist 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
Similar Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to May Mist.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
May Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does May Mist have?
May Mist by Hirshfield's has a warm (pink) 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 May Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match May Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to May Mist are Lined with Lilacs by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), May Mist by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Purple Vision by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting May Mist'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 May Mist?
May Mist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why May Mist's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.