Notable Hue 6521 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8BA7BB, LRV 37 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dresden Dream from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8BA7BB · 6521
Notable Hue
37%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Notable Hue Technical Profile
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Notable Hue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Notable Hue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsNotable Hue
Nearly identical
PPGDresden Dream
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Nearly identical
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Nearly identical
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Nearly identical
Seabrook
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Nearly identical
Denim Wash
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Silver Skate
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Chicago Skyline
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Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Notable Hue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Notable Hue
#8BA7BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Notable Hue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Notable Hue 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 Notable Hue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Notable Hue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Notable Hue have?
Notable Hue by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Notable Hue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Notable Hue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Notable Hue are Dresden Dream by PPG (a near-identical match), Kaleidoscope by PPG (a near-identical match), Brussels Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Notable Hue'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 Notable Hue?
Notable Hue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.7, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Notable Hue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.