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Benjamin Moore Blue Suede Shoes

798 · #2F5688 · LRV ~9

Closest tone in another brand: Behr Dark Cobalt Blue (~98% proximity)

Blue Suede Shoes (798) is a deep blue from Benjamin Moore, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Behr Dark Cobalt Blue (~98% proximity).

Closest tone to Blue Suede Shoes in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

9 · Very dark

Temperature

Cool

Code

798

HEX

#2F5688

RGB

47, 86, 136

HSL

214°, 49%, 36%

Family

Blues

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Blue Suede Shoes FAQ

What is the LRV of Blue Suede Shoes?

Blue Suede Shoes has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Blue Suede Shoes in other brands?

Behr: Dark Cobalt Blue (PPU15-03), ~98% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Jodhpur (DEFD58), ~95% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Frank Blue (SW 6967), ~93% proximity; PPG: Stunning Sapphire (PPG1158-7), ~91% proximity; Valspar: Strong Will (8001-44G), ~91% proximity; Glidden: Stunning Sapphire (PPG1158-7), ~90% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Honorable Blue (HGSW6811), ~85% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Stiffkey Blue (No. 281), ~57% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Blue Suede Shoes?

The HEX code of Blue Suede Shoes (798) is #2F5688, RGB 47, 86, 136. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.