My Serendipity 240-2DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B9C5DE, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Prim Blue from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9C5DE · 240-2DB
My Serendipity
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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My Serendipity in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to My Serendipity in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyMy Serendipity
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsPrim Blue
Prim Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Stemware
PPG
Nearly identical
Lilac Macchiato
Valspar
Nearly identical
April Morning
Kilz
Nearly identical
Feather Soft
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Genevieve
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Genevieve
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sweet Juliet
Behr
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With My Serendipity
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
My Serendipity
#B9C5DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B83AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for My Serendipity
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
My Serendipity 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
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My Serendipity — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does My Serendipity have?
My Serendipity by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 My Serendipity in your own space before committing.
What colors match My Serendipity from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to My Serendipity are Prim Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Agapanthus by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blue Stemware by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting My Serendipity'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 My Serendipity?
My Serendipity has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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