Ref. #5BCDC7 · K-243
May Day
50%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
May Day Technical Profile
What color is May Day? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #5BCDC7. Colors similar to May Day include Valspar Bayside, Behr Explorer Blue, Behr Brilliant Sea. May Day has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, May Day sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to May Day
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With May Day
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
May Day
#5BCDC7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#789CBA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for May Day
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
May Day 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 May Day.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
May Day — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does May Day have?
May Day by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match May Day from other brands?
The closest matches are Bayside by Valspar (#5FC8C0), Explorer Blue by Behr (#55CAC0), Brilliant Sea by Behr (#36CAC8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of May Day?
May Day has an LRV of 50.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why May Day's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.