Ref. #D5D2E7 · MP970
Azurine
66%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Azurine Technical Profile
What color is Azurine? It's a light warm blue with the hex code #D5D2E7. Colors similar to Azurine include Dunn-Edwards Violet Crush, Behr Dusty Lilac, Valspar Will o' the Wisp. Azurine has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Azurine 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 Azurine
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Violet Crush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dusty Lilac
Behr
Nearly identical
Will o' the Wisp
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rain Shimmer
Kilz
Nearly identical
Potentially Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mountain's Majesty
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Princess
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lavender Mist
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Azurine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Azurine
#D5D2E7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Azurine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Azurine 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Azurine.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Azurine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Azurine have?
Azurine by MPC has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Azurine from other brands?
The closest matches are Violet Crush by Dunn-Edwards (#D8D3E6), Dusty Lilac by Behr (#D6D1E2), Will o' the Wisp by Valspar (#D6D0E8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Azurine?
Azurine has an LRV of 66.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Azurine's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.