Blue Willow
At first glance, Blue Willow belongs to the blue family; in a room, light and context can make it far more elusive. An LRV of 47 places it through the middle of the scale, where color and depth can remain visible as the light changes. Its related shades below reveal where the color harmonizes—and where contrast brings it fully to life.
Hex
#a8bbbaLRV
47.00
Blue Willow's Color Strip
Blue Willow is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Cave Pearl and Scarborough. The strip spans from Rain Drop at the lightest end to Night Watch at the deepest. Strip PPG1145 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 62 vs 47, Sourdough is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 47 vs 21, Blue Willow is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
At LRV 81 vs 47, Horseradish is decisively the brighter choice.
Delicate White reflects far more light (LRV 88 vs 47), opening up a space where Blue Willow encloses it.
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Manufacturer description
One of the best paint colors for bedrooms, bathrooms, or kitchens - Blue Willow is a midtone, neutral, jade aqua-green with a malachite undertone. Pair it with off-white trim.