Ref. #C8DAF5 · DE5890
Fly a Kite
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fly a Kite Technical Profile
What color is Fly a Kite? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C8DAF5. Colors similar to Fly a Kite include Behr Icy Brook, Behr Lazy Sunday, Vista Paint Breezy Blue. Fly a Kite has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Fly a Kite sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Fly a Kite
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fly a Kite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fly a Kite
#C8DAF5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#776FC3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fly a Kite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fly a Kite 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 Fly a Kite.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fly a Kite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fly a Kite have?
Fly a Kite by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Fly a Kite from other brands?
The closest matches are Icy Brook by Behr (#C4D7F0), Lazy Sunday by Behr (#CEE0FC), Breezy Blue by Vista Paint (#C8D7ED). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fly a Kite?
Fly a Kite has an LRV of 69.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fly a Kite's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.