Ref. #979FBF · DE5913
Midnight Blush
35%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Midnight Blush Technical Profile
What color is Midnight Blush? It's a medium warm blue with the hex code #979FBF. Colors similar to Midnight Blush include Behr Fortune, Kilz Lavender Herb, Benjamin Moore Persian Violet. Midnight Blush has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Midnight Blush depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Midnight Blush
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midnight Blush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midnight Blush
#979FBF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9185AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midnight Blush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midnight Blush 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 Midnight Blush.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Midnight Blush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midnight Blush have?
Midnight Blush by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Midnight Blush from other brands?
The closest matches are Fortune by Behr (#989EBD), Lavender Herb by Kilz (#9AA0BB), Persian Violet by Benjamin Moore (#939CC3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Midnight Blush?
Midnight Blush has an LRV of 35.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Midnight Blush's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.