Ref. #ADD6EA · 2061-60
Little Boy Blue
63%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Little Boy Blue Technical Profile
What color is Little Boy Blue? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #ADD6EA. Colors similar to Little Boy Blue include PPG Ariel, Kilz Pool Party, Vista Paint Sky Watch. Little Boy Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Little Boy Blue 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 Little Boy Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Little Boy Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Little Boy Blue
#ADD6EA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7581BD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Little Boy Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Little Boy 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 Little Boy 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.
Little Boy Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Little Boy Blue have?
Little Boy Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Little Boy Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Ariel by PPG (#AED7EA), Pool Party by Kilz (#ADD8EE), Sky Watch by Vista Paint (#A6D3E9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Little Boy Blue?
Little Boy Blue has an LRV of 62.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Little Boy Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.