October Sky 8250 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #BBBBC0, 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.
Ref. #BBBBC0 · 8250
October Sky
50%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
October Sky Technical Profile
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October Sky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to October Sky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintOctober Sky
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sLet It Rain
Let It Rain
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dolphin at Play
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silver Bullet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Grape Creme
Behr
Very similar
Pebble Grey
PPG
Very similar
Feathered
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lazy Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hippopotamus Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Through the Looking Glass
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With October Sky
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
Pure 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
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to October Sky.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample October Sky in your own space before committing.
What colors match October Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to October Sky are Let It Rain by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Dolphin at Play by Valspar (a near-identical match), Silver Bullet by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why October Sky's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.