Mythical 6550 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7E778E, estimated LRV 20 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Magical Purple from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #7E778E · 6550
Mythical
20%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Mythical Technical Profile
HEX Code#7E778E
RGB126, 119, 142
Estimated LRV19.6
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#7E778E
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#7C7791
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#78738B
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#867E90
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Colors That Work With Mythical
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mythical
#7E778E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mythical
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mythical 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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Mythical — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mythical have?
Mythical by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Mythical from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mythical are Magical Purple by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Suzette by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Plum Shade by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mythical'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 Mythical?
Mythical has a estimated lightness value of 19.6, 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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