Bellbottom CSP-655 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #396C8D, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wind Surfing from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #396C8D · CSP-655
Bellbottom
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bellbottom Technical Profile
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Bellbottom in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bellbottom in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBellbottom
Nearly identical
KilzWind Surfing
Wind Surfing
Kilz
Nearly identical
Big Sur Blue Jade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Oasis
PPG
Nearly identical
Tory Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ocean Storm
Behr
Very similar
Down Pour
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Honky Tonk Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Photogenic
Valspar
Very similar
Rain Shower Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bellbottom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bellbottom
#396C8D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D649C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bellbottom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bellbottom 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 Bellbottom.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bellbottom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bellbottom have?
Bellbottom by Benjamin Moore 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 Bellbottom in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bellbottom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bellbottom are Wind Surfing by Kilz (a near-identical match), Big Sur Blue Jade by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Rainy Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bellbottom'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 Bellbottom?
Bellbottom has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bellbottom's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.