Blue Intrigue DE5928 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #7F809C, LRV 22 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Queen's Wreath from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F809C · DE5928
Blue Intrigue
22%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Blue Intrigue Technical Profile
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Blue Intrigue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Intrigue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBlue Intrigue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreQueen's Wreath
Queen's Wreath
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rapture
Valspar
Nearly identical
Magic Cape
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Gothic Amethyst
Behr
Very similar
Deep Empire Blue
PPG
Very similar
Premiere Purple
Vista Paint
Very similar
Violet Vibes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mythical
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Magical Twilight
Kilz
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Intrigue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Intrigue
#7F809C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Intrigue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Intrigue 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
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Blue Intrigue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Intrigue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Intrigue have?
Blue Intrigue by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Intrigue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Intrigue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Intrigue are Queen's Wreath by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Queen's by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Rapture by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Intrigue'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 Blue Intrigue?
Blue Intrigue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Intrigue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.