Island Shores 88GG 68/184 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AAE0E3, estimated 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.
PPG · #AAE0E3 · 88GG 68/184
Island Shores
67%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Island Shores Technical Profile
HEX Code#AAE0E3
RGB170, 224, 227
Estimated LRV67.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Compare alternatives to Island Shores
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Christopher Coast
Vista Paint
#A7DDDF
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#ABDEE3
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Sea Kiss
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#A7DCDD
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Spa
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#A7DCDC
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#A2DADC
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#A5D9DB
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#B1E8EC
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Colors That Work With Island Shores
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Island Shores from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Island Shores are Christopher Coast by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Aqua'D Glass by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sea Kiss by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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