Ref. #B6CCE5 · 4006-7B
Utterly Blue
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Utterly Blue Technical Profile
What color is Utterly Blue? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B6CCE5. Colors similar to Utterly Blue include Hirshfield's Modern Blue, Vista Paint Modern Blue, Dutch Boy Simply Sparkling. Utterly Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Utterly Blue 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 Utterly Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Utterly Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Utterly Blue
#B6CCE5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E7CB6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Utterly Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Utterly 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 Utterly 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.
Utterly Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Utterly Blue have?
Utterly Blue by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Utterly Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Modern Blue by Hirshfield's (#BAD1E9), Modern Blue by Vista Paint (#BBD1E8), Simply Sparkling by Dutch Boy (#BCCEE6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Utterly Blue?
Utterly Blue has an LRV of 58.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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