Ref. #BAD1E9 · 608
Modern Blue
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Modern Blue Technical Profile
What color is Modern Blue? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #BAD1E9. Colors similar to Modern Blue include Vista Paint Modern Blue, Behr Hyacinth Tint, Valspar Utterly Blue. Modern Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Modern Blue sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Modern Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Modern Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Modern Blue
#BAD1E9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A79B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Modern Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Modern 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Modern 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.
Modern Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Modern Blue have?
Modern Blue by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Modern Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Modern Blue by Vista Paint (#BBD1E8), Hyacinth Tint by Behr (#BBD3EA), Utterly Blue by Valspar (#B6CCE5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Modern Blue?
Modern Blue has an LRV of 61.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Modern 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 Modern Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.