Paris Sky Blue 10BB 42/159 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #97AFC9, estimated 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.
PPG · #97AFC9 · 10BB 42/159
Paris Sky Blue
42%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Paris Sky Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#97AFC9
RGB151, 175, 201
Estimated LRV41.5
UndertoneNeutral
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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#9AAFC7
Close digital match
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#97B2CD
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#97B3D0
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#9BB5CF
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#90ABC4
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#91ACC4
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#9EB3D1
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Colors That Work With Paris Sky Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Paris Sky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paris Sky Blue are Brush Stroke by Valspar (a close digital match), Lovebirds by Valspar (a close digital match), John's Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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