Ref. #85A1B1 · 4007-6A
Nostalgia
34%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Nostalgia Technical Profile
What color is Nostalgia? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #85A1B1. Colors similar to Nostalgia include Dunn-Edwards Silver Skate, Sherwin-Williams Baby Blue Eyes, Kilz Winding River. Nostalgia has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Nostalgia depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Nostalgia
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Silver Skate
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Baby Blue Eyes
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Winding River
Kilz
Nearly identical
Copenhagen Blue
MPC
Nearly identical
Labrador
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Americana
PPG
Nearly identical
Breath-taking View
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Horizon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nostalgia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nostalgia
#85A1B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nostalgia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nostalgia 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 Nostalgia.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nostalgia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nostalgia have?
Nostalgia by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Nostalgia from other brands?
The closest matches are Silver Skate by Dunn-Edwards (#87A1B1), Baby Blue Eyes by Sherwin-Williams (#83A2B4), Winding River by Kilz (#869FAE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Nostalgia?
Nostalgia has an LRV of 33.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Nostalgia's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.