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Dragonfly Wing

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The Analysis

Dragonfly Wing is a mid-toned, muted blue-grey that anchors a room without making it feel claustrophobic. With an LRV of 23.23, it absorbs a fair amount of light, which adds depth and intimacy to a space rather than making it feel airy or expansive.

It works best as a primary wall colour in rooms where you want a sense of calm, such as a study or a bedroom. It is bold enough to carry a room on its own, but muted enough to act as a backdrop for high-contrast artwork or shelving.

LRV 23

History & Origin

This is a versatile shade that bridges the gap between classic heritage tones and contemporary design. It avoids the 'stuffy' feel of traditional dark Victorian blues while maintaining a sophisticated, timeless quality.

Undertonecool
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How to Use It

Pair this colour with warm wood tones like walnut or oak to balance the coolness of the blue. For hardware, matte black provides a clean, modern edge, while unlacquered brass adds a classic, warm contrast.

The Mood

This colour provides a stable, restful environment that feels grounded rather than stimulating. Because the tone is balanced and not overly vibrant, it remains consistent throughout the day without shifting into jarring neon or dull grey.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

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  • Brookside

    Valspar · 4008-6A

  • Left Bank Blue

    Valspar · V106-1

  • Blue Moon Bay

    Behr · S480-5

  • Lakeside Cabin

    Benjamin Moore · 1658

Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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