Ref. #C9CCCD · 7662
Evening Shadow
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Evening Shadow Technical Profile
What color is Evening Shadow? It's a light neutral gray with the hex code #C9CCCD. Colors similar to Evening Shadow include Behr Chicago Fog, Vista Paint Sacred Spring, Vista Paint Where there is Smoke. Evening Shadow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 60, Evening Shadow sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Evening Shadow is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Evening Shadow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Evening Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Evening Shadow
#C9CCCD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Evening Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Evening Shadow 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Evening Shadow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Evening Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Evening Shadow have?
Evening Shadow by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Evening Shadow from other brands?
The closest matches are Chicago Fog by Behr (#CACCCD), Sacred Spring by Vista Paint (#C7CBCD), Where there is Smoke by Vista Paint (#CACED0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Evening Shadow?
Evening Shadow has an LRV of 60.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Evening Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.