Ref. #417C88 · C-667
Wish Upon a Star
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Wish Upon a Star Technical Profile
What color is Wish Upon a Star? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #417C88. Colors similar to Wish Upon a Star include Dunn-Edwards Mysterious Blue, MPC Cypress Bayou, Hirshfield's Wish Upon A Star. Wish Upon a Star has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Wish Upon a Star creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Wish Upon a Star
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wish Upon a Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wish Upon a Star
#417C88
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#637599
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wish Upon a Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wish Upon a Star 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 Wish Upon a Star.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wish Upon a Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wish Upon a Star have?
Wish Upon a Star by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Wish Upon a Star from other brands?
The closest matches are Mysterious Blue by Dunn-Edwards (#3E7A85), Cypress Bayou by MPC (#437A87), Wish Upon A Star by Hirshfield's (#447F8A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wish Upon a Star?
Wish Upon a Star has an LRV of 17.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wish Upon a Star's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.