Constellations 242-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #3B3C5A, LRV 5 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Majestic Purple from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3B3C5A · 242-7DB
Constellations
5%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Constellations Technical Profile
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Constellations in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Constellations in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyConstellations
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMajestic Purple
Majestic Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Magic Night
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Majestic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Victory Blue
PPG
Very similar
Emperor
Valspar
Very similar
Royal Wave
Vista Paint
Very similar
Midnight Navy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Galaxy
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Violet Blue
RAL
Very similar
True Romance
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Constellations
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Constellations
#3B3C5A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#635078
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Constellations
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Constellations 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Constellations.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Constellations — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Constellations have?
Constellations by Dutch Boy has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Constellations in your own space before committing.
What colors match Constellations from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Constellations are Majestic Purple by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Magic Night by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Majestic Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Constellations's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Constellations?
Constellations has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Constellations's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.