Gaugin’s Blue 7344 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #87B4D4, estimated 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.
Vista Paint · #87B4D4 · 7344
Gaugin’s Blue
43%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gaugin’s Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#87B4D4
RGB135, 180, 212
Estimated LRV42.5
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandVista Paint
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#89B6D3
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#8DB1CE
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#85BCDD
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#7DB5D3
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Colors That Work With Gaugin’s Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Gaugin’s Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gaugin’s Blue are Simply Posh by Behr (a close digital match), River Valley by Behr (a close digital match), Private Jet by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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