Ref. #3C4C80 · 6971
Morning Glory
8%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Morning Glory Technical Profile
What color is Morning Glory? It's a dark warm blue with the hex code #3C4C80. Colors similar to Morning Glory include Dunn-Edwards Dive In, Behr Expressionism, Behr Bossa Nova. Morning Glory has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Morning Glory creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Morning Glory
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Morning Glory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Morning Glory
#3C4C80
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B5E91
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Morning Glory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Morning Glory 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Morning Glory.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Morning Glory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Morning Glory have?
Morning Glory by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Morning Glory from other brands?
The closest matches are Dive In by Dunn-Edwards (#3C4D85), Expressionism by Behr (#3A487E), Bossa Nova by Behr (#374781). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Morning Glory?
Morning Glory has an LRV of 7.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Morning Glory's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.