Paris Sky Blue 10BB 42/159 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #97AFC9, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brush Stroke from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97AFC9 · 10BB 42/159
Paris Sky Blue
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Paris Sky Blue Technical Profile
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Paris Sky Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Paris Sky Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGParis Sky Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparBrush Stroke
Brush Stroke
Valspar
Nearly identical
John's Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Celestial
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Suede
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Ballad
Kilz
Nearly identical
Beecher Falls
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bachelor Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Summer
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Pot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paris Sky Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paris Sky Blue
#97AFC9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paris Sky Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paris Sky Blue 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 Paris Sky Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Paris Sky Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paris Sky Blue have?
Paris Sky Blue by PPG has a neutral 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 Paris Sky Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Paris Sky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paris Sky Blue are Brush Stroke by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lovebirds by Valspar (a near-identical match), John's Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Paris Sky Blue'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 Paris Sky Blue?
Paris Sky Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.5, 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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