Bistro Blue 1421 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #54598B, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Passion Purple from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #54598B · 1421
Bistro Blue
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Bistro Blue Technical Profile
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Bistro Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bistro Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBistro Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyPassion Purple
Passion Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fresh Take
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sapphire Sequin
Kilz
Very similar
Fresh Take
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Enchanted Evening
Behr
Very similar
Roman Violet
PPG
Very similar
Am I Blue?
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Classic Royal Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Fully Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Brillant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bistro Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bistro Blue
#54598B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8571A1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bistro Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bistro 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 Bistro 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.
Bistro Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bistro Blue have?
Bistro Blue by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) 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 Bistro Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bistro Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bistro Blue are Passion Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Fresh Take by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Sapphire Sequin by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Bistro Blue'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 Bistro Blue?
Bistro Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.3, 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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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 Bistro Blue's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.