Ref. #383A39 · K-808
Contessa's Cape
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Contessa's Cape Technical Profile
What color is Contessa's Cape? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #383A39. Colors similar to Contessa's Cape include Kilz Mystic Black, Sherwin-Williams Greenblack, Hirshfield's Black Licorice. Contessa's Cape has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, Contessa's Cape creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Contessa's Cape pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Contessa's Cape
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Contessa's Cape
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Contessa's Cape
#383A39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#426363
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Contessa's Cape
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Contessa's Cape 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Contessa's Cape.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Contessa's Cape — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Contessa's Cape have?
Contessa's Cape by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Contessa's Cape from other brands?
The closest matches are Mystic Black by Kilz (#383938), Greenblack by Sherwin-Williams (#373A3A), Black Licorice by Hirshfield's (#3A3B3B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Contessa's Cape?
Contessa's Cape has an LRV of 4.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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