October Sky 8250 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #BBBBC0, estimated LRV 50 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Let It Rain from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #BBBBC0 · 8250
October Sky
50%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
October Sky Technical Profile
HEX Code#BBBBC0
RGB187, 187, 192
Estimated LRV49.9
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With October Sky
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
October Sky
#BBBBC0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9985AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for October Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
October Sky 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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October Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does October Sky have?
October Sky by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray 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 October Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to October Sky are Let It Rain by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Dolphin at Play by Valspar (a close digital match), Silver Bullet by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting October Sky'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 October Sky?
October Sky has a estimated lightness value of 49.9, 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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