Ref. #767C9E · DE5914
Bossa Nova Blue
21%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Bossa Nova Blue Technical Profile
What color is Bossa Nova Blue? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #767C9E. Colors similar to Bossa Nova Blue include Vista Paint Premiere Purple, Valspar Puttin' on the Ritz, Valspar Positively Purple. Bossa Nova Blue has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Bossa Nova Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Bossa Nova Blue pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Bossa Nova Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Bossa Nova Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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 belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Bossa Nova Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Premiere Purple by Vista Paint (#747C9F), Puttin' on the Ritz by Valspar (#72799B), Positively Purple by Valspar (#7D80A5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bossa Nova Blue?
Bossa Nova Blue has an LRV of 20.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bossa Nova Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.