Ref. #B7C0EA · DE5905
Larkspur Bud
54%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Larkspur Bud Technical Profile
What color is Larkspur Bud? It's a medium warm blue with the hex code #B7C0EA. Colors similar to Larkspur Bud include MPC Calm Blue, Hirshfield's Spoiled Rotten, Vista Paint Spoiled Rotten. Larkspur Bud has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Larkspur Bud 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 Larkspur Bud
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Larkspur Bud
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Larkspur Bud
#B7C0EA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D77BB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Larkspur Bud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Larkspur Bud 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 Larkspur Bud.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Larkspur Bud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Larkspur Bud have?
Larkspur Bud by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Larkspur Bud from other brands?
The closest matches are Calm Blue by MPC (#BAC3EB), Spoiled Rotten by Hirshfield's (#B6BFE5), Spoiled Rotten by Vista Paint (#B6BCE2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Larkspur Bud?
Larkspur Bud has an LRV of 53.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Larkspur Bud's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.