Sherwin Williams Dress Blues SW 9176

Official color page:Dress Blues SW 9176
Color code:SW 9176
Color name:Dress Blues
Brand:Sherwin Williams

What color is Sherwin Williams Dress Blues?

Dress Blues, also known as Sherwin Williams SW 9176, exudes a sense of sophistication and elegance, making it a perfect choice for a modern and chic interior. This rich and deep shade pairs beautifully with crisp whites and soft creams, creating a striking contrast that elevates the overall look of the space. For a more dramatic effect, consider combining Dress Blues with metallic accents such as gold or silver, adding a touch of glamour to the room. Incorporating natural textures like wood or rattan can help balance the boldness of the color and create a warm and inviting atmosphere. With its timeless appeal, Dress Blues adds a touch of luxury and personality to any room it graces.

Sherwin Williams Dress Blues reviews

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What are Sherwin Williams Dress Blues undertones?

Blue is Sherwin Williams Dress Blues undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#2B4360

RGB code:

43, 67, 96

Is Sherwin Williams Dress Blues SW 9176 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 213° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 9176 Dress Blues HSL code: 213, 38%, 27%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Cool Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Blue undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
  • Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Dress Blues:

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Dress Blues SW 9176 vs Marea Baja SW 9185

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Temperature: cold
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Temperature: cold