Ref. #8492FF · P550-5
Carriage Ride
28%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Carriage Ride Technical Profile
What color is Carriage Ride? It's a deep warm blue with the hex code #8492FF. Carriage Ride has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 28 gives Carriage Ride depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Carriage Ride
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mystic Iris
PPG
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Royal Regatta
Vista Paint
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Blue Shock
Valspar
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Mood Mode
Hirshfield's
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Blue Cue
Dunn-Edwards
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Brazilian Blue
Benjamin Moore
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Lake Periwinkle
Kilz
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Lobelia
Sherwin-Williams
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carriage Ride
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carriage Ride
#8492FF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B5CD6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carriage Ride
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carriage Ride 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Carriage Ride.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carriage Ride — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carriage Ride have?
Carriage Ride by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Carriage Ride from other brands?
The closest matches are Mystic Iris by PPG (#8596D2), Royal Regatta by Vista Paint (#7694CE), Blue Shock by Valspar (#7F97CC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Carriage Ride?
Carriage Ride has an LRV of 28.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Carriage Ride's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.