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Benjamin Moore Calypso Blue 727

Calypso Blue

Benjamin Moore

727

About Calypso Blue by Benjamin Moore

Calypso Blue 727 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 17% and hue near 189° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 16.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #397a85

RGB: 57, 122, 133

Hue189°

Saturation40%

Lightness37%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Calypso Blue from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Calypso Blue looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Calypso Blue 727 a warm or cool color?
Calypso Blue by Benjamin Moore is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Calypso Blue?
Calypso Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 189°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Calypso Blue?
Brightness is about 17%. Saturation is around 40%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 37%. Hue is close to 189°. The hex value is #397a85. The RGB value is 57, 122, 133.
Is Calypso Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Calypso Blue has brightness around 17%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Calypso Blue?
You can match Calypso Blue with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Calypso Blue work best in a home?
Calypso Blue works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Calypso Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Calypso Blue is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Calypso Blue in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Calypso Blue in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Calypso Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Calypso Blue. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.