Ref. #394577 · MP2598
Napoleon Blue
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Napoleon Blue Technical Profile
What color is Napoleon Blue? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #394577. Colors similar to Napoleon Blue include Vista Paint Sailor's Eyes, Behr Lap Of Luxury, Behr Academy Purple. Napoleon Blue has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Napoleon Blue 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 Napoleon Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sailor's Eyes
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lap Of Luxury
Behr
Nearly identical
Cobalt
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Starry Night Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Daring Indigo
PPG
Nearly identical
Frozen Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Valiant Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Merlin's Robes
Valspar
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Napoleon Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Napoleon Blue
#394577
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#685A89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Napoleon Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Napoleon 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 Napoleon 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.
Napoleon Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Napoleon Blue have?
Napoleon Blue by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Napoleon Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Sailor's Eyes by Vista Paint (#394778), Lap Of Luxury by Behr (#384674), Academy Purple by Behr (#364276). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Napoleon Blue?
Napoleon Blue has an LRV of 6.5, 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 Napoleon Blue's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.