Ref. #313D6C · historic-newport-indigo
Newport Indigo
5%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Newport Indigo Technical Profile
What color is Newport Indigo? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #313D6C. Colors similar to Newport Indigo include MPC Cook Islands Blue, MPC Toray Blue, Benjamin Moore Admiral Blue. Newport Indigo has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Newport Indigo creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Newport Indigo
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Newport Indigo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Newport Indigo
#313D6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E517F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Newport Indigo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Newport Indigo 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 Newport Indigo.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Newport Indigo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Newport Indigo have?
Newport Indigo by Hirshfield's has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Newport Indigo from other brands?
The closest matches are Cook Islands Blue by MPC (#2D3D6F), Toray Blue by MPC (#28396A), Admiral Blue by Benjamin Moore (#2C3863). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Newport Indigo?
Newport Indigo has an LRV of 5.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Newport Indigo's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.