Wild Blue Yonder 8001-44D is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #88B0D7, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Hydrangea from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #88B0D7 · 8001-44D
Wild Blue Yonder
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wild Blue Yonder Technical Profile
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Wild Blue Yonder in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wild Blue Yonder in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparWild Blue Yonder
Nearly identical
KilzBlue Hydrangea
Blue Hydrangea
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bluebird
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Marina
PPG
Nearly identical
On Cloud Nine
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Parlor
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Parlor
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aqua Marina
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Celestial
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bachelor Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wild Blue Yonder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Blue Yonder
#88B0D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B7BB7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Blue Yonder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild Blue Yonder 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 Wild Blue Yonder.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wild Blue Yonder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Blue Yonder have?
Wild Blue Yonder by Valspar has a neutral 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 Wild Blue Yonder in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wild Blue Yonder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wild Blue Yonder are Blue Hydrangea by Kilz (a near-identical match), Bluebird by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Marina by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wild Blue Yonder'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 Wild Blue Yonder?
Wild Blue Yonder has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wild Blue Yonder's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.