Ref. #C9E7F4 · 2065-70
Bashful Blue
74%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bashful Blue Technical Profile
What color is Bashful Blue? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C9E7F4. Colors similar to Bashful Blue include Vista Paint High Spirits, Behr Velvet Sky, Dunn-Edwards Teardrops. Bashful Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Bashful Blue reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Bashful Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bashful Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bashful Blue
#C9E7F4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7181C1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bashful Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bashful Blue 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Bashful Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bashful Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bashful Blue have?
Bashful Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Bashful Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are High Spirits by Vista Paint (#C9E4EE), Velvet Sky by Behr (#C8E2EE), Teardrops by Dunn-Edwards (#D0EEFB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bashful Blue?
Bashful Blue has an LRV of 74.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bashful Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.