Blue Suede Shoes DEA190 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #484B62, LRV 7 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chinaberry from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #484B62 · DEA190
Blue Suede Shoes
7%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Blue Suede Shoes Technical Profile
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Blue Suede Shoes in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Suede Shoes 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 Suede Shoes
Nearly identical
PPGChinaberry
Chinaberry
PPG
Nearly identical
Darkest Navy
Behr
Very similar
India Ink
Kilz
Very similar
China Aster
Vista Paint
Very similar
Approaching Storm
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Emperor
Valspar
Very similar
China Aster
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jellied
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Quixotic Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Suede Shoes
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Suede Shoes
#484B62
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#695885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Suede Shoes
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Suede Shoes 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 Suede Shoes.
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Blue Suede Shoes — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Suede Shoes have?
Blue Suede Shoes by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Suede Shoes in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Suede Shoes from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Suede Shoes are Chinaberry by PPG (a near-identical match), Darkest Navy by Behr (a very close match), India Ink by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Suede Shoes'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 Suede Shoes?
Blue Suede Shoes has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Suede Shoes's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.