Simply Posh MQ5-55 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #89B6D3, estimated LRV 44 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gaugin’s Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #89B6D3 · MQ5-55
Simply Posh
44%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Simply Posh Technical Profile
HEX Code#89B6D3
RGB137, 182, 211
Estimated LRV43.5
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#87B4D4
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Washed Away
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#91BAD6
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Mountain Main
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#8DB8D0
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Earth'S Harmony
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#84B1CB
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Blue Bayou
Benjamin Moore
#93BBD5
Close digital match
Regale Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#7DB5D3
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Colors That Work With Simply Posh
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply Posh
#89B6D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D83B5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simply Posh
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply Posh 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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Simply Posh — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply Posh have?
Simply Posh by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue 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 Simply Posh from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Posh are Gaugin’s Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Washed Away by Kilz (a close digital match), Mountain Main by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Simply Posh'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 Simply Posh?
Simply Posh has a estimated lightness value of 43.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Simply Posh's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.