Whimsy Blue 141-3DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #BBC6DC, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Opal from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBC6DC · 141-3DB
Whimsy Blue
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Whimsy Blue Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Whimsy Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Whimsy Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyWhimsy Blue
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Opal
Blue Opal
PPG
Nearly identical
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Supremely Cool
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dancing Mist
Behr
Nearly identical
Feather Soft
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lilac Macchiato
Valspar
Nearly identical
Prim Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Genevieve
Vista Paint
Very similar
Genevieve
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whimsy Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whimsy Blue
#BBC6DC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whimsy Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whimsy Blue 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 Whimsy Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Whimsy Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whimsy Blue have?
Whimsy Blue 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 Whimsy Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Whimsy Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whimsy Blue are Blue Opal by PPG (a near-identical match), Agapanthus by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Supremely Cool by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Whimsy Blue'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 Whimsy Blue?
Whimsy Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.1, 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.
Explore More with Whimsy Blue
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 Whimsy Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.