Ref. #5796A1 · DE5767
Star City
26%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Star City Technical Profile
What color is Star City? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #5796A1. Colors similar to Star City include Sherwin-Williams Lakeshore, Benjamin Moore Rendezvous Bay, Behr Blueprint. Star City has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Star City 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 Star City
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Star City
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Star City
#5796A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#808FAB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Star City
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Star City 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 Star City.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Star City — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Star City have?
Star City by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Star City from other brands?
The closest matches are Lakeshore by Sherwin-Williams (#5B96A2), Rendezvous Bay by Benjamin Moore (#51949E), Blueprint by Behr (#50939D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Star City?
Star City has an LRV of 26.4, 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 Star City's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.