Ref. #ADC5D6 · MP12322
Pastille Blue
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pastille Blue Technical Profile
What color is Pastille Blue? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #ADC5D6. Colors similar to Pastille Blue include Hirshfield's Dancing In The Rain, Valspar Sailboat, Vista Paint Dancing in the Rain. Pastille Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Pastille Blue 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 Pastille Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pastille Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pastille Blue
#ADC5D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pastille Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pastille 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 Pastille 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.
Pastille Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pastille Blue have?
Pastille Blue by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Pastille Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Dancing In The Rain by Hirshfield's (#ABC5D6), Sailboat by Valspar (#B1C8D8), Dancing in the Rain by Vista Paint (#ABC5D5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pastille Blue?
Pastille Blue has an LRV of 53.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pastille Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.