Passion Blue 2053-50 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8EC2CB, LRV 49 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dripping Springs from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8EC2CB · 2053-50
Passion Blue
49%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Passion Blue Technical Profile
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Passion Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Passion 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 MoorePassion Blue
Nearly identical
KilzDripping Springs
Dripping Springs
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cosmic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
After the Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Idyllic Isle
PPG
Nearly identical
Rockets
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tidal Wave
Valspar
Very similar
Surfside
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Coastal View
Vista Paint
Very similar
Trisha's Eyes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Passion Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Passion Blue
#8EC2CB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8292B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Passion Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Passion 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 Passion 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.
Passion Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Passion Blue have?
Passion Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Passion Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Passion Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Passion Blue are Dripping Springs by Kilz (a near-identical match), Cosmic Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), After the Rain by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Passion 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 Passion Blue?
Passion Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.6, 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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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 Passion Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.