Autumn Orchid 9157 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9D9093, LRV 29 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ashen Plum from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9D9093 · 9157
Autumn Orchid
29%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Autumn Orchid Technical Profile
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Autumn Orchid in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Autumn Orchid in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAutumn Orchid
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAshen Plum
Ashen Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Heather Moor
Behr
Nearly identical
Sleepy Hollow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gray Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Silvered Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lilac Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Luberon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Forlorn
Kilz
Very similar
Sparrow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Telegrey 1
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Autumn Orchid
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Autumn Orchid
#9D9093
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9085
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Autumn Orchid
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Autumn Orchid 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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Autumn Orchid — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Autumn Orchid have?
Autumn Orchid by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Autumn Orchid in your own space before committing.
What colors match Autumn Orchid from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Autumn Orchid are Ashen Plum by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Heather Moor by Behr (a near-identical match), Sleepy Hollow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Autumn Orchid'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 Autumn Orchid?
Autumn Orchid has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.2, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Autumn Orchid's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.