Bachelor Blue DE5878 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8FAACA, estimated LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bliss from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #8FAACA · DE5878
Bachelor Blue
39%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bachelor Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#8FAACA
RGB143, 170, 202
Estimated LRV38.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Bachelor Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bachelor Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bachelor Blue are Bliss by Valspar (a close digital match), Lovebirds by Valspar (a close digital match), Never Blue by Kilz (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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