Frosted Blueberry 50BB 39/146 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9CA6C2, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dressed Damsel from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #9CA6C2 · 50BB 39/146
Frosted Blueberry
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Frosted Blueberry Technical Profile
HEX Code#9CA6C2
RGB156, 166, 194
Estimated LRV38.2
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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#9CA3BB
Close digital match
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#A3ABC5
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#9BA2BA
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#9DABC7
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Colors That Work With Frosted Blueberry
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frosted Blueberry
#9CA6C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frosted Blueberry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frosted Blueberry 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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Frosted Blueberry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frosted Blueberry have?
Frosted Blueberry 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 Frosted Blueberry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Frosted Blueberry are Dressed Damsel by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Bonnie Blue by Valspar (a close digital match), Dreamy by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Frosted Blueberry'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 Frosted Blueberry?
Frosted Blueberry has a estimated lightness value of 38.2, 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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