Charisma Blue 30BB 39/165 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #95A7C6, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Hydrangea from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #95A7C6 · 30BB 39/165
Charisma Blue
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Charisma Blue Technical Profile
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Charisma Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Charisma Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCharisma Blue
Nearly identical
BehrBlue Hydrangea
Blue Hydrangea
Behr
Nearly identical
Pressed Violet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sapphire Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Heartsong
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wisteria Blossom
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lazy Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Musical Play
Kilz
Very similar
Lazy Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cosmos
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Charisma Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charisma Blue
#95A7C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charisma Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charisma 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Charisma 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.
Charisma Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charisma Blue have?
Charisma Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Charisma Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Charisma Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charisma Blue are Blue Hydrangea by Behr (a near-identical match), Pressed Violet by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sapphire Fog by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Charisma Blue's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Charisma Blue?
Charisma Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Charisma Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.