Whimsy 0100 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #896367, estimated LRV 15 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Attic Trunk Red from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #896367 · 0100
Whimsy
15%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Whimsy Technical Profile
HEX Code#896367
RGB137, 99, 103
Estimated LRV15.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandVista Paint
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#866063
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Colors That Work With Whimsy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whimsy
#896367
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A68B79
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whimsy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whimsy 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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Whimsy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whimsy have?
Whimsy by Vista Paint has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Whimsy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whimsy are Attic Trunk Red by PPG (a close digital match), Mauve-A-Lish by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Ripe Plum by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Whimsy'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 Whimsy?
Whimsy has a estimated lightness value of 15.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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