Bossa Nova Blue DE5914 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #767C9E, LRV 21 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Premiere Purple from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #767C9E · DE5914
Bossa Nova Blue
21%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Bossa Nova Blue Technical Profile
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Bossa Nova Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bossa Nova 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-EdwardsBossa Nova Blue
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPremiere Purple
Premiere Purple
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Puttin' on the Ritz
Valspar
Nearly identical
Aster Eve
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Deep Empire Blue
PPG
Very similar
Solitaire
Behr
Very similar
Queen's Wreath
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lavender Blossom
Kilz
Very similar
Soulful Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Purple Spire
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bossa Nova Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bossa Nova Blue
#767C9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9385AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bossa Nova Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bossa Nova 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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More neutral colors from other brands
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Bossa Nova Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bossa Nova Blue have?
Bossa Nova Blue 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 Bossa Nova Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bossa Nova Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bossa Nova Blue are Premiere Purple by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Puttin' on the Ritz by Valspar (a near-identical match), Aster Eve by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bossa Nova 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 Bossa Nova Blue?
Bossa Nova Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.7, 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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Why Bossa Nova Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.