Ref. #DCD8EF · MP886
Ice Cave Blue
71%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Ice Cave Blue Technical Profile
What color is Ice Cave Blue? It's a light warm blue with the hex code #DCD8EF. Colors similar to Ice Cave Blue include Dunn-Edwards Lavender Sky, Behr Spring Bouquet, Behr Lovely Lavender. Ice Cave Blue has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Ice Cave Blue reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Ice Cave Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Lavender Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Spring Bouquet
Behr
Nearly identical
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Will o' the Wisp
Valspar
Nearly identical
Carefree Breeze
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mountain's Majesty
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lavender Ice
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Potentially Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ice Cave Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ice Cave Blue
#DCD8EF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A27FB3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ice Cave Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ice Cave 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Ice Cave 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.
Ice Cave Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ice Cave Blue have?
Ice Cave Blue by MPC has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Ice Cave Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Lavender Sky by Dunn-Edwards (#DBD7F2), Spring Bouquet by Behr (#DED9F4), Lovely Lavender by Behr (#DBD9F4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ice Cave Blue?
Ice Cave Blue has an LRV of 70.6, 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 Ice Cave Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.