Royal Regatta

Technical Profile

What color is Royal Regatta? It's a light warm blue with the hex code #7694CE. Colors similar to Royal Regatta include Benjamin Moore Brazilian Blue, Hirshfield's Himalaya Sky, Valspar Blue Shock. Comparing swatches side by side is the best way to spot the subtle differences that distinguish these close color relatives. Royal Regatta has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Understanding a color's undertone is key to avoiding combinations that clash — it often matters more than the surface color itself. Royal Regatta (#7694CE) by Vista Paint is a light blue paint color with a balanced saturation that feels natural and approachable. It delivers a bright, welcoming quality that keeps interiors feeling fresh. On the temperature spectrum this shade leans toward warmth, adding coziness and inviting energy. In its RGB breakdown, blue is the dominant channel, which gives it a subtle cool, atmospheric depth even under different lighting conditions. Its Light Reflectance Value of 57 means it reflects a healthy amount of light, keeping spaces bright without feeling stark. Light blues are classic in bathrooms, bedrooms, and coastal-themed living rooms. Eggshell or satin finishes complement light tones nicely, balancing a subtle sheen with durability for high-traffic areas. For color coordination, Royal Regatta pairs beautifully with orange tones for bold complementary contrast, or with neighboring blue and teal hues for a harmonious, flowing palette. Its cool (violet) undertone means trim and ceiling whites should lean neutral to avoid a jarring clash. If Vista Paint is unavailable in your area, close cross-brand alternatives exist from Benjamin Moore, Hirshfield's, Valspar and others. In terms of mood and atmosphere, Royal Regatta radiates an inviting, sun-washed warmth that makes guests feel immediately at ease. Designers often reach for shades like this when the goal is to shape how a room feels, not just how it looks. This shade is a natural fit for nautical, classic traditional, and Hamptons-style interiors. As part of the Vista Paint palette, Royal Regatta benefits from a curated selection of coordinating colors that the brand recommends for trim, accent, and ceiling pairings. As with any paint color, Royal Regatta can shift noticeably between natural daylight, warm incandescent, and cool LED lighting — testing a sample swatch on your wall under different conditions is always recommended. This tone works well alongside natural textures like jute rugs, bleached wood, ceramic tile, and woven baskets, building an inviting, tactile space. You can order Royal Regatta (K-98) directly from Vista Paint or through major paint retailers, and we recommend purchasing a peel-and-stick sample to preview it on your wall before buying gallons.