Lucy Blue 5001-5C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8BADB8, LRV 39 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aquitaine from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8BADB8 · 5001-5C
Lucy Blue
39%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lucy Blue Technical Profile
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Lucy Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lucy Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLucy Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAquitaine
Aquitaine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Master Matt
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Teton Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Hazy Seacliff Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Saratoga Springs
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Abstract Idea
Kilz
Very similar
Maracay Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stone Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wonder Land
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Water .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lucy Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lucy Blue
#8BADB8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lucy Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lucy 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Lucy Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lucy Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lucy Blue have?
Lucy Blue by Valspar 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 Lucy Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lucy Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lucy Blue are Aquitaine by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Master Matt by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Jazz Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lucy 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 Lucy Blue?
Lucy Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.8, 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 Lucy Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.