Simply Posh MQ5-55 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #89B6D3, 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.
Ref. #89B6D3 · MQ5-55
Simply Posh
44%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Simply Posh Technical Profile
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Simply Posh in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simply Posh in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSimply Posh
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGaugin’s Blue
Gaugin’s Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Washed Away
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mountain Main
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Earth'S Harmony
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mayflower Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Bayou
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Regale Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Vault
Valspar
Very similar
Bonnie Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simply Posh
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Simply Posh.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Simply Posh in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simply Posh from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Posh are Gaugin’s Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Washed Away by Kilz (a near-identical match), Mountain Main by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Simply Posh's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.