Mesmerize 6544 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #5D657B, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweet Blueberry from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5D657B · 6544
Mesmerize
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mesmerize Technical Profile
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Mesmerize in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mesmerize in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsMesmerize
Nearly identical
Dutch BoySweet Blueberry
Sweet Blueberry
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Flirty Fran
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Heron
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Gaspe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pencil Lead
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dark Night
Valspar
Very similar
Alter Ego
Behr
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Purpling
Kilz
Very similar
Overlook
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mesmerize
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mesmerize
#5D657B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#796D9E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mesmerize
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mesmerize 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 Mesmerize.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mesmerize — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mesmerize have?
Mesmerize by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Mesmerize in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mesmerize from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mesmerize are Sweet Blueberry by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Flirty Fran by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blue Heron by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mesmerize'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 Mesmerize?
Mesmerize has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mesmerize's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.