Ref. #A177A8 · C-1185
Pleasant Dream
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pleasant Dream Technical Profile
What color is Pleasant Dream? It's a deep warm pink with the hex code #A177A8. Colors similar to Pleasant Dream include Hirshfield's Pleasant Dream, Dunn-Edwards Cloudy Plum, PPG Bell Heather. Pleasant Dream has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Pleasant Dream creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with warm whites like Simply White, blonde wood floors, and brass or gold hardware. Deep green or forest accents add contrast that keeps it from feeling too sweet. Under 2700K warm bulbs pinks and magentas glow warmly, leaning coral. Under 4000K cool light they read more vibrant — important for nursery and bedroom planning where bulb choice changes the mood.
Colors Similar to Pleasant Dream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pleasant Dream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pleasant Dream
#A177A8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pleasant Dream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pleasant Dream 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 Pleasant Dream.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pleasant Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pleasant Dream have?
Pleasant Dream by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Pleasant Dream from other brands?
The closest matches are Pleasant Dream by Hirshfield's (#A379AA), Cloudy Plum by Dunn-Edwards (#9D7AAC), Bell Heather by PPG (#A475B1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pleasant Dream?
Pleasant Dream has an LRV of 23.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pleasant Dream's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.