Dolphin Dream 0521 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #696C76, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dolphin Dream from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #696C76 · 0521
Dolphin Dream
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dolphin Dream Technical Profile
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Dolphin Dream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dolphin Dream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintDolphin Dream
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sDolphin Dream
Dolphin Dream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Purple Funk
Valspar
Nearly identical
Alley Cat
PPG
Nearly identical
Nightlife
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Charcoal Plum
Behr
Very similar
Ashland Slate
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Gibraltar
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dolphin Dream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dolphin Dream
#696C76
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E71A1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dolphin Dream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dolphin Dream 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 Dolphin Dream.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dolphin Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dolphin Dream have?
Dolphin Dream by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) 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 Dolphin Dream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dolphin Dream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dolphin Dream are Dolphin Dream by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Purple Funk by Valspar (a near-identical match), Alley Cat by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dolphin Dream'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 Dolphin Dream?
Dolphin Dream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dolphin Dream's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.