Ref. #779FB1 · HC-152
Whipple Blue
32%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Whipple Blue Technical Profile
What color is Whipple Blue? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #779FB1. Colors similar to Whipple Blue include Valspar Winter Twilight, Kilz Miracle Bay, Hirshfield's Meetinghouse Blue. Whipple Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Whipple Blue depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Whipple Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Winter Twilight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Miracle Bay
Kilz
Nearly identical
Meetinghouse Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Meetinghouse Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Cascade
Behr
Nearly identical
Bluebird Feather
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lake Winnipeg
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Americana
PPG
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whipple Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whipple Blue
#779FB1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whipple Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whipple 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 Whipple 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.
Whipple Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whipple Blue have?
Whipple Blue by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Whipple Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Winter Twilight by Valspar (#739FB1), Miracle Bay by Kilz (#799DAF), Meetinghouse Blue by Hirshfield's (#739DAD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Whipple Blue?
Whipple Blue has an LRV of 31.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Whipple Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.