Ref. #B7CED6 · 8003-42C
Crisp Collar
59%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Crisp Collar Technical Profile
What color is Crisp Collar? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B7CED6. Colors similar to Crisp Collar include Vista Paint Hatteras Haze, Benjamin Moore Intuition, Kilz Summer Shower. Crisp Collar has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Crisp Collar sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Crisp Collar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Hatteras Haze
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Intuition
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Summer Shower
Kilz
Nearly identical
Midsummer's Dream
PPG
Nearly identical
Skyline Steel
Behr
Nearly identical
Take Five
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Abstract Idea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Falling Tears
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crisp Collar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crisp Collar
#B7CED6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crisp Collar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crisp Collar 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Crisp Collar.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crisp Collar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crisp Collar have?
Crisp Collar by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Crisp Collar from other brands?
The closest matches are Hatteras Haze by Vista Paint (#B8D0D7), Intuition by Benjamin Moore (#B8CFD5), Summer Shower by Kilz (#BAD3DC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crisp Collar?
Crisp Collar has an LRV of 59.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crisp Collar's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.