Soulful Blue 6543 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #757C91, estimated LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Authentic from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #757C91 · 6543
Soulful Blue
20%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Soulful Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#757C91
RGB117, 124, 145
Estimated LRV20.2
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 Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Compare alternatives to Soulful Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Authentic
Dutch Boy
#757C91
Close digital match
Your Shadow
Dunn-Edwards
#787E93
Close digital match
Luxe
Benjamin Moore
#757E93
Close digital match
Classy Plum
Behr
#7B7E92
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Kilz
#7B8193
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Valspar
#777E8E
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PPG
#767E99
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Slate Tint
Vista Paint
#797E8A
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Slate Tint
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#7A818D
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RAL
#606E8C
Visible digital difference
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
#5C6576
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Soulful Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soulful Blue
#757C91
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soulful Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soulful 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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Soulful Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soulful Blue have?
Soulful Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Soulful Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soulful Blue are Authentic by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Your Shadow by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Luxe by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Soulful 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 Soulful Blue?
Soulful Blue has a estimated lightness value of 20.2, 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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