Duchess Blue 30BB 47/179 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A3B5D7, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Twilight Dreams from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A3B5D7 · 30BB 47/179
Duchess Blue
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Duchess Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#A3B5D7
RGB163, 181, 215
Estimated LRV45.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Duchess Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Duchess Blue
#A3B5D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8881B1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Duchess Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Duchess 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
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Duchess Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Duchess Blue have?
Duchess Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Duchess Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Duchess Blue are Twilight Dreams by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Ticklish by Valspar (a close digital match), Summer by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Duchess 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 Duchess Blue?
Duchess Blue has a estimated lightness value of 45.7, 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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