Dress Blues 9176 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #2B4360, estimated LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Denim from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #2B4360 · 9176
Dress Blues
5%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dress Blues Technical Profile
HEX Code#2B4360
RGB43, 67, 96
Estimated LRV5.4
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
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Dress Blues
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dress Blues
#2B4360
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4B4975
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dress Blues
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dress Blues 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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Dress Blues — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dress Blues have?
Dress Blues by Sherwin-Williams 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 Dress Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dress Blues are Dark Denim by Behr (a close digital match), Beyond the Stars by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Night Flight by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dress Blues'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 Dress Blues?
Dress Blues has a estimated lightness value of 5.4, 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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