Smoky Azurite
We've categorized Smoky Azurite as a versatile Blue because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 15 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#708D9E
LRV
25.10
Smoky Azurite's Color Strip
Smoky Azurite is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Favorite Jeans and Inky Blue. The strip spans from Moonmist at the lightest end to Endless Sea at the deepest. Strip 223 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Smoky Azurite in Real Rooms
Smoky Azurite has a medium LRV of 25.1 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, misc, living room and kitchen cabinets.
2 Bathroom Photos
The psychology of Smoky Azurite in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
A bathroom vanity finished in Smoky Azurite anchors the space with cool sophistication.
@lloydsremodeling
Double vanity sinks painted Smoky Azurite bring calming elegance to this bathroom design.
@dmerkmccubbin
5 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Smoky Azurite, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
Feature wall in Smoky Azurite transforms this room with rich, moody atmosphere.
@gatewaypaintingllc
Statement wall painted Smoky Azurite grounds this contemporary space with bold color.
@andruspainting
Deep Smoky Azurite tones on this accent wall deliver unexpected visual warmth.
@christian.esposito.painting
Rich Smoky Azurite backdrop enhances architectural details throughout this sophisticated room.
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Matte finish on Smoky Azurite walls captures light beautifully in this space.
@christian.esposito.painting
1 Living Room Photo
Smoky Azurite works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.
Walls dressed in Smoky Azurite create an inviting, serene living room retreat.
@megan_id_studio
7 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Smoky Azurite on cabinets gives a kitchen a sense of intentionality without the risk that comes with louder choices. It's grounded enough to feel permanent, versatile enough to work with whatever countertop material surrounds it.
Kitchen cabinetry in Smoky Azurite pairs beautifully with stainless steel hardware.
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Coordinating Colors
At LRV 73 vs 25, Icicle is decisively the brighter choice.
Aesthetic White reflects far more light (LRV 73 vs 25), opening up a space where Smoky Azurite encloses it.
Tony Taupe reflects far more light (LRV 37 vs 25), opening up a space where Smoky Azurite encloses it.
Trim Color
At LRV 73 vs 25, Icicle is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 25 and 25, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 25 vs 25), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 26 and 25, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 25 and 24, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Poolhouse reads slightly lighter (LRV 29 vs 25), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 25 and 25, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 25 and 25, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 5-point LRV gap (30 vs 25) makes Dyer's Woad the marginally brighter of the two.
Smoky Azurite reads slightly lighter (LRV 25 vs 22), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 25 vs 24), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 50 vs 25, Studio Mauve is decisively the brighter choice.
Truly Taupe reads slightly lighter (LRV 35 vs 25), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Heavenly White reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 25), opening up a space where Smoky Azurite encloses it.
At LRV 74 vs 25, Original White is decisively the brighter choice.
A 10-point LRV gap (35 vs 25) makes Palisade the marginally brighter of the two.
A 12-point LRV gap (25 vs 13) makes Smoky Azurite the marginally brighter of the two.
A 5-point LRV gap (25 vs 20) makes Smoky Azurite the marginally brighter of the two.
Lighter Colors
Whirlpool reads slightly lighter (LRV 29 vs 25), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Lakeside reflects far more light (LRV 47 vs 25), opening up a space where Smoky Azurite encloses it.
Meditative reflects far more light (LRV 38 vs 25), opening up a space where Smoky Azurite encloses it.
Poolhouse reads slightly lighter (LRV 29 vs 25), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 25 vs 25), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Darker Colors
Smoky Azurite reflects far more light (LRV 25 vs 11), opening up a space where Bunglehouse Blue encloses it.
Smoky Azurite reads slightly lighter (LRV 25 vs 15), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 25 and 25, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Smoky Azurite reflects far more light (LRV 25 vs 13), opening up a space where Needlepoint Navy encloses it.
At LRV 25 vs 13, Smoky Azurite is decisively the brighter choice.