Aspen Skies 1656 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #96BAC7, estimated LRV 46 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Arctic Sunrise from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #96BAC7 · 1656
Aspen Skies
46%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aspen Skies Technical Profile
HEX Code#96BAC7
RGB150, 186, 199
Estimated LRV45.7
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#94B8C7
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Tahoe Blue
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#94B8C3
Close digital match
Tropical Sea
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#93B6C3
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Baroque
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#96BDCD
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#9BBFC9
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Colors That Work With Aspen Skies
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aspen Skies
#96BAC7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aspen Skies
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aspen Skies 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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Aspen Skies — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aspen Skies have?
Aspen Skies by Benjamin Moore 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 Aspen Skies from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aspen Skies are Arctic Sunrise by Valspar (a close digital match), Tahoe Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Tropical Sea by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Aspen Skies'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 Aspen Skies?
Aspen Skies has a estimated lightness value of 45.7, 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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