Ref. #88D6D2 · 661
Caribbean Cool
58%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Caribbean Cool Technical Profile
What color is Caribbean Cool? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #88D6D2. Colors similar to Caribbean Cool include Valspar Sea Wave, Behr Key Largo, Dunn-Edwards Island Oasis. Caribbean Cool has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Caribbean Cool sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Caribbean Cool
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caribbean Cool
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caribbean Cool
#88D6D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B9CB7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caribbean Cool
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caribbean Cool 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 Caribbean Cool.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caribbean Cool — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caribbean Cool have?
Caribbean Cool by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Caribbean Cool from other brands?
The closest matches are Sea Wave by Valspar (#8CD9D4), Key Largo by Behr (#7ED7D3), Island Oasis by Dunn-Edwards (#88D9D8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caribbean Cool?
Caribbean Cool has an LRV of 58.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caribbean Cool's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.