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Mediterranean Breeze
63%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Mediterranean Breeze Technical Profile
What color is Mediterranean Breeze? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B8D5E3. Colors similar to Mediterranean Breeze include Behr Millstream, Vista Paint Blooming Blue, Hirshfield's Bridgewater Bay. Mediterranean Breeze has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Mediterranean Breeze 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 Mediterranean Breeze
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mediterranean Breeze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mediterranean Breeze
#B8D5E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E88B4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mediterranean Breeze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mediterranean Breeze 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 Mediterranean Breeze.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mediterranean Breeze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mediterranean Breeze have?
Mediterranean Breeze by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Mediterranean Breeze from other brands?
The closest matches are Millstream by Behr (#B8D4E0), Blooming Blue by Vista Paint (#BBD7E7), Bridgewater Bay by Hirshfield's (#BCD7E2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mediterranean Breeze?
Mediterranean Breeze has an LRV of 63.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mediterranean Breeze's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.