Boudoir Blue featured
BehrMQ5-48

Boudoir Blue

With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Boudoir Blue (MQ5-48) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. See it applied across 3 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.

Hex

#424d83

LRV

8.28

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Light Reflectance Value
8.28
Dark
TemperatureCool

Boudoir Blue in Real Rooms

Boudoir Blue has a low LRV of 8.28 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.

2 Misc Photos

In walk-in closets or pantries, Boudoir Blue provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.

Behr Boudoir Blue wall paint

Soft afternoon light bathes the walls in calming Boudoir Blue.

@_nullius_in_verba_

Boudoir Blue wall paint

Neutral furnishings allow Boudoir Blue walls to take center stage in this bedroom.

@twotreesescape

1 Front Door Photo

A front door in Boudoir Blue is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.

Boudoir Blue front door

A bold front door painted in Boudoir Blue makes an unforgettable first impression.

@everybitofink

Complementary Colors

Boudoir Blue
Mocha Accent
Boudoir Blue vs Mocha Accent
Boudoir Blue
Mocha Accent
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Boudoir Blue
MQ5-48 · LRV 8
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Mocha Accent
720D-5 · LRV 23

Mocha Accent reflects far more light (LRV 23 vs 8), opening up a space where Boudoir Blue encloses it.

Boudoir Blue
Dusty Olive
Boudoir Blue vs Dusty Olive
Boudoir Blue
Dusty Olive
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Boudoir Blue
MQ5-48 · LRV 8
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Dusty Olive
PPU8-20 · LRV 31

Dusty Olive reflects far more light (LRV 31 vs 8), opening up a space where Boudoir Blue encloses it.

Boudoir Blue
Jungle Camouflage
Boudoir Blue vs Jungle Camouflage
Boudoir Blue
Jungle Camouflage
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Boudoir Blue
MQ5-48 · LRV 8
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Jungle Camouflage
N350-4 · LRV 38

At LRV 38 vs 8, Jungle Camouflage is decisively the brighter choice.

Color Codes

HEX#424d83
RGB66, 77, 131
HSL230° 33% 39%
CMYK50 41 0 49
CIE LabL: 34.2 a: 11.5 b: -31.8
XYZX: 9.00 Y: 8.10 Z: 22.56