Ref. #E9EDE7 · 9671
Serendipity
84%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Serendipity Technical Profile
What color is Serendipity? It's a very light warm neutral with the hex code #E9EDE7. Colors similar to Serendipity include Vista Paint Water Spirit, Hirshfield's Sealskin Shadow, Dunn-Edwards Hurricane Mist. Serendipity has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 84, Serendipity reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Serendipity pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Serendipity
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Water Spirit
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sealskin Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hurricane Mist
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
White Ice
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shooting Star
PPG
Nearly identical
Ivy Shadow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Diamonds Therapy
Behr
Nearly identical
Cabbage White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Serendipity
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Serendipity
#E9EDE7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Serendipity
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Serendipity 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 Serendipity.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Serendipity — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Serendipity have?
Serendipity by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Serendipity from other brands?
The closest matches are Water Spirit by Vista Paint (#E8ECE6), Sealskin Shadow by Hirshfield's (#E9ECE6), Hurricane Mist by Dunn-Edwards (#EBEEE8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Serendipity?
Serendipity has an LRV of 83.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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