Ref. #5D7172 · C-485
Paradise City
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Paradise City Technical Profile
What color is Paradise City? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #5D7172. Colors similar to Paradise City include Sherwin-Williams Riverway, Hirshfield's Paradise City, Hirshfield's Portsmouth Blue. Paradise City has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Paradise City creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Paradise City pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Paradise City
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paradise City
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paradise City
#5D7172
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#687F9A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paradise City
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paradise City 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 Paradise City.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Paradise City — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paradise City have?
Paradise City by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Paradise City from other brands?
The closest matches are Riverway by Sherwin-Williams (#5D7274), Paradise City by Hirshfield's (#5F7475), Portsmouth Blue by Hirshfield's (#5B7074). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Paradise City?
Paradise City has an LRV of 15.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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