Island Shores 88GG 68/184 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AAE0E3, LRV 67 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Christopher Coast from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AAE0E3 · 88GG 68/184
Island Shores
67%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Island Shores Technical Profile
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Island Shores in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Island Shores in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGIsland Shores
Nearly identical
Vista PaintChristopher Coast
Christopher Coast
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Aqua'D Glass
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sea Kiss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spa
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sonoma Skies
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aqua Wave
Kilz
Nearly identical
Early September
Behr
Nearly identical
Lake Reflection
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Outerspace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Island Shores
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Island Shores
#AAE0E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A96B8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Island Shores
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Island Shores 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 Island Shores.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Island Shores — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Island Shores have?
Island Shores by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Island Shores in your own space before committing.
What colors match Island Shores from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Island Shores are Christopher Coast by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Aqua'D Glass by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sea Kiss by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Island Shores'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 Island Shores?
Island Shores has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Island Shores's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.