Orestes 0379 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #9E9B83, estimated LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orestes from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #9E9B83 · 0379
Orestes
32%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Orestes Technical Profile
HEX Code#9E9B83
RGB158, 155, 131
Estimated LRV32.4
UndertoneNeutral
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Orestes
Hirshfield's
#9F9B84
Close digital match
Khaki Green
PPG
#A29D86
Close digital match
Green Earth
Sherwin-Williams
#9A9883
Close digital match
Battle Harbor
Dunn-Edwards
#9C9C82
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Texas Sage
Benjamin Moore
#A4A088
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Colors That Work With Orestes
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orestes
#9E9B83
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orestes
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orestes 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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Orestes — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orestes have?
Orestes by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 Orestes from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orestes are Orestes by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Khaki Green by PPG (a close digital match), Green Earth by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Orestes'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 Orestes?
Orestes has a estimated lightness value of 32.4, 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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