Ref. #34435B · K-120
Blue Moon Bay
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Moon Bay Technical Profile
What color is Blue Moon Bay? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #34435B. Colors similar to Blue Moon Bay include Hirshfield's Star-studded, Behr Soulful, Behr Compass Blue. Blue Moon Bay has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Blue Moon Bay creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Blue Moon Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Moon Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Moon Bay
#34435B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#524E74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Moon Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Moon Bay 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Blue Moon Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Moon Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Moon Bay have?
Blue Moon Bay by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Moon Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Star-studded by Hirshfield's (#32425A), Soulful by Behr (#354258), Compass Blue by Behr (#37485E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Moon Bay?
Blue Moon Bay has an LRV of 5.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Moon Bay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.