Whimsy Blue 141-3DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #BBC6DC, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #BBC6DC · 141-3DB
Whimsy Blue
56%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Whimsy Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#BBC6DC
RGB187, 198, 220
Estimated LRV56.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Whimsy Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Blue Opal
PPG
#BBC6D9
Close digital match
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
#BBC5DE
Close digital match
Supremely Cool
Kilz
#B6C3D8
Close digital match
Dancing Mist
Behr
#BDC6D8
Close digital match
Feather Soft
Benjamin Moore
#BEC6DD
Close digital match
Lilac Macchiato
Valspar
#B6C0D6
Close digital match
Prim Blue
Dunn-Edwards
#B9C4DE
Close digital match
Genevieve
Vista Paint
#BAC2DC
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Genevieve
Hirshfield's
#BCC4E0
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Dream .03
Colorhouse
#B4CBD9
Visible digital difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
#A1B8CA
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Colors That Work With Whimsy Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Whimsy Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whimsy Blue are Blue Opal by PPG (a close digital match), Agapanthus by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Supremely Cool by Kilz (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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.
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