Harlequin Blue 830 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #94A7BF, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celestial Horizon from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #94A7BF · 830
Harlequin Blue
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Harlequin Blue Technical Profile
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Harlequin Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Harlequin 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 MooreHarlequin Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCelestial Horizon
Celestial Horizon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Paris
Behr
Nearly identical
Brush Stroke
Valspar
Very similar
Paris Sky Blue
PPG
Very similar
Cosmos
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Ballad
Kilz
Very similar
Bachelor Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Beecher Falls
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Pot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Harlequin Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Harlequin Blue
#94A7BF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Harlequin Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Harlequin 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 Harlequin 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.
Harlequin Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Harlequin Blue have?
Harlequin Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Harlequin Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Harlequin Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Harlequin Blue are Celestial Horizon by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Rapid Waters by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Paris by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Harlequin 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 Harlequin Blue?
Harlequin Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Harlequin Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.