Suddenly Sapphire 1242-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #1A5897, LRV 9 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Chip from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1A5897 · 1242-7
Suddenly Sapphire
9%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Suddenly Sapphire Technical Profile
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Suddenly Sapphire in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Suddenly Sapphire in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSuddenly Sapphire
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBlue Chip
Blue Chip
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sapphire Sparkle
Behr
Nearly identical
Miracle at Wrigley
Valspar
Nearly identical
Navy Dress
Kilz
Very similar
Frank Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rich Cobalt
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Suede Shoes
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Glacier Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Glacier Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Suddenly Sapphire
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Suddenly Sapphire
#1A5897
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4242A2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Suddenly Sapphire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Suddenly Sapphire 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 Suddenly Sapphire.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Suddenly Sapphire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Suddenly Sapphire have?
Suddenly Sapphire 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 Suddenly Sapphire in your own space before committing.
What colors match Suddenly Sapphire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Suddenly Sapphire are Blue Chip by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sapphire Sparkle by Behr (a near-identical match), Follow My Blue Bliss by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Suddenly Sapphire'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 Suddenly Sapphire?
Suddenly Sapphire has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.4, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Suddenly Sapphire's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.