Ref. #88B3BC · N480-4
French Colony
34%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
French Colony Technical Profile
What color is French Colony? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #88B3BC. Colors similar to French Colony include Sherwin-Williams Ebbtide, Valspar Fresh Basin, Vista Paint Trisha's Eyes. French Colony has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives French Colony 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 French Colony
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With French Colony
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Colony
#88B3BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8592AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Colony
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Colony 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 French Colony.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
French Colony — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Colony have?
French Colony by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match French Colony from other brands?
The closest matches are Ebbtide by Sherwin-Williams (#84B4BE), Fresh Basin by Valspar (#84B6C0), Trisha's Eyes by Vista Paint (#8DB7C2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of French Colony?
French Colony has an LRV of 34.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why French Colony's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.