May Mist 1247 is a purple paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #9E9BC4, estimated LRV 35 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is May Mist from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #9E9BC4 · 1247
May Mist
35%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
May Mist Technical Profile
HEX Code#9E9BC4
RGB158, 155, 196
Estimated LRV34.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypurple
BrandVista Paint
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May Mist
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#A19FC8
Close digital match
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#A199C7
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#9D95BC
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#968DB8
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#9DA1AA
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With May Mist
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
May Mist
#9E9BC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for May Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
May Mist 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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May Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does May Mist have?
May Mist by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple 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 May Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to May Mist are May Mist by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Purple Vision by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Purpleheart by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting May Mist'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 May Mist?
May Mist has a estimated lightness value of 34.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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