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Sherwin Williams Autumn Orchid SW9157

Autumn Orchid

Sherwin Williams

SW9157

About Autumn Orchid by Sherwin Williams

Autumn Orchid SW9157 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 29% and hue near 346° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 29.2%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #9d9093

RGB: 157, 144, 147

Hue346°

Saturation6%

Lightness59%

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These are close matches to Autumn Orchid from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Autumn Orchid looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Autumn Orchid SW9157 a warm or cool color?
Autumn Orchid by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Autumn Orchid?
Autumn Orchid sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 346°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Autumn Orchid?
Brightness is about 29%. Saturation is around 6%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 59%. Hue is close to 346°. The hex value is #9d9093. The RGB value is 157, 144, 147.
Is Autumn Orchid better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Autumn Orchid has brightness around 29%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Autumn Orchid?
You can match Autumn Orchid with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Autumn Orchid work best in a home?
Autumn Orchid works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Autumn Orchid compare to a pure white paint?
Autumn Orchid is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Autumn Orchid in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Autumn Orchid in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Autumn Orchid. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Autumn Orchid. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.