Ref. #455C84 · MP9460
Blue Collar
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Collar Technical Profile
What color is Blue Collar? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #455C84. Colors similar to Blue Collar include Valspar Precious Sapphire, Kilz Atlas Blue, Behr Mysterious Night. Blue Collar has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Blue Collar 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 Blue Collar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Collar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Collar
#455C84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6C6597
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Collar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Collar 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 Blue Collar.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Collar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Collar have?
Blue Collar by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Collar from other brands?
The closest matches are Precious Sapphire by Valspar (#44597E), Atlas Blue by Kilz (#3F5A82), Mysterious Night by Behr (#44587F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Collar?
Blue Collar has an LRV of 10.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Collar's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.