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Midsummer's Dream
60%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Midsummer's Dream Technical Profile
What color is Midsummer's Dream? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B4D0D9. Colors similar to Midsummer's Dream include Benjamin Moore Blue Bay Marina, Vista Paint Hatteras Haze, Kilz Summer Shower. Midsummer's Dream has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 60, Midsummer's Dream sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Midsummer's Dream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midsummer's Dream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midsummer's Dream
#B4D0D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midsummer's Dream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midsummer's Dream 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 Midsummer's Dream.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Midsummer's Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midsummer's Dream have?
Midsummer's Dream by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Midsummer's Dream from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Bay Marina by Benjamin Moore (#AFCCD5), Hatteras Haze by Vista Paint (#B8D0D7), Summer Shower by Kilz (#BAD3DC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Midsummer's Dream?
Midsummer's Dream has an LRV of 59.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Midsummer's Dream's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.