Bachelor Blue DE5878 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8FAACA, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bliss from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8FAACA · DE5878
Bachelor Blue
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bachelor Blue Technical Profile
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Bachelor Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bachelor Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBachelor Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparBliss
Bliss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Never Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Lazy Day
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lazy Day
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Paris Sky Blue
PPG
Very similar
Blue Hydrangea
Behr
Very similar
Celestial Horizon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cosmos
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pressed Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bachelor Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bachelor Blue
#8FAACA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8583AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bachelor Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bachelor 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bachelor Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bachelor Blue have?
Bachelor Blue by Dunn-Edwards 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 Bachelor Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bachelor Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bachelor Blue are Bliss by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lovebirds by Valspar (a near-identical match), Never Blue by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bachelor 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 Bachelor Blue?
Bachelor Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.9, 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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