Kimono 1166-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6D86B6, LRV 24 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Beautified Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6D86B6 · 1166-5
Kimono
24%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Kimono Technical Profile
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Kimono in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kimono in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGKimono
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyBeautified Blue
Beautified Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Debutante Ball
Behr
Very similar
Yin Yang
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Violet Twist
Valspar
Very similar
Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bodega Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Just Chill
Kilz
Very similar
Mood Mode
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mood Mode
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kimono
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kimono
#6D86B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kimono
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kimono 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 Kimono.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kimono — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kimono have?
Kimono by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Kimono in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kimono from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kimono are Beautified Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Debutante Ball by Behr (a very close match), Majestic Mount by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Kimono'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 Kimono?
Kimono has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Kimono's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.