Gaugin’s Blue 7344 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #87B4D4, LRV 43 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simply Posh from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #87B4D4 · 7344
Gaugin’s Blue
43%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gaugin’s Blue Technical Profile
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Gaugin’s Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gaugin’s Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintGaugin’s Blue
Nearly identical
BehrSimply Posh
Simply Posh
Behr
Nearly identical
Calm Tint
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
On Cloud Nine
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Washed Away
Kilz
Very similar
High Seas
Valspar
Very similar
Mayflower Blue
PPG
Very similar
Blue Marguerite
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Regale Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Astral
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 Gaugin’s Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gaugin’s Blue
#87B4D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C81B6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gaugin’s Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gaugin’s 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Gaugin’s 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.
Gaugin’s Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gaugin’s Blue have?
Gaugin’s Blue by Vista Paint 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 Gaugin’s Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gaugin’s Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gaugin’s Blue are Simply Posh by Behr (a near-identical match), River Valley by Behr (a near-identical match), Private Jet by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gaugin’s 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 Gaugin’s Blue?
Gaugin’s Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.5, 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 Gaugin’s Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.