Dragonfly
What Dragonfly Actually Looks Like
Dragonfly is a rich, dark teal that sits somewhere between deep ocean blue and forest green. It has real depth to it, the kind that makes a room feel enclosed in the best way. At a glance it reads as a saturated blue-green, closer to green in bright light, closer to blue when the room dims. It is not a soft or muted color. It commits.
Dragonfly Undertones
The blue and green are genuinely balanced here, which means Dragonfly does not resolve cleanly into either camp depending on your light source. In warm afternoon light, the green pulls forward. In cool north-facing or overcast light, the blue takes over and the color can feel almost moody and near-dark. There is a slight grey quality woven in that keeps it from reading as a straight jewel tone, giving it some sophistication and stopping it from feeling tropical.
Where Dragonfly Works Best
Dragonfly works best where you want the color to do real work. Think accent walls, dining rooms, home offices, and library-style spaces. It reads well on millwork, cabinetry, and front doors. Because the LRV is low, small spaces will feel noticeably smaller, so use that intentionally. A powder room or a moody study in Dragonfly can feel intimate and considered. Large open rooms with plenty of natural light can absorb it without feeling heavy.
Where to put Dragonfly
A dining room in Dragonfly feels anchored and a little dramatic, which works well for a space built around evening meals and candlelight. The low LRV means the walls recede, making the table and people around it the focus.
Dragonfly on all four walls of a home office creates a cocoon-like atmosphere. It is easier to concentrate when the room does not feel bright and distracting. Pair it with a warm wood desk and good task lighting.
As an exterior front door color, Dragonfly reads as a confident, deep teal against most brick, stone, or white trim. It holds up well in direct sun without going bright, and in shade it deepens in a way that reads intentional.
Small, high-impact spaces are where Dragonfly earns its keep. A powder room in this color feels like a moment. Keep the trim crisp and the hardware warm metallic to avoid the space feeling too cold.
Kitchen or bathroom cabinetry in Dragonfly is a strong choice if you want color without going trendy navy. The blue-green reads differently than the sea of navy kitchens out there, and it pairs naturally with both light stone countertops and warmer butcher block.
What to Pair With Dragonfly
No coordinating colors are listed in our database for Dragonfly at this time. As a general pairing framework: warm whites and creamy off-whites balance its coolness without fighting it. Natural wood tones and brass or unlacquered bronze hardware let the teal breathe. Soft terracotta or warm rust accents add contrast without going garish. Avoid cool bright whites if you want the color to stay warm and grounded rather than stark.
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Colors that clash with Dragonfly
If your floors, countertops, or existing furniture all read cool grey or cool taupe, Dragonfly can fight rather than complement. The blue-green pulls in a direction that neither warms nor cools those neutrals cleanly.
Dragonfly's LRV is low. In a room that already gets minimal daylight, it will feel quite dark, potentially oppressive rather than cozy.
Pairing Dragonfly with a stark, cool bright white on trim can make the combination feel sharp and slightly cold rather than polished.
Common questions
Dragonfly has an LRV of 12.07, which is quite low. For reference, pure black is 0 and pure white is 100. At 12.07 it will read as a distinctly dark color in most conditions. Plan your lighting accordingly, and sample it in the actual room before committing.
Yes, Dragonfly AF-510 is available in both interior and exterior formulations. For walls, an eggshell or matte finish will soften the depth. For cabinetry or trim work, a satin or semi-gloss will make it easier to clean and will bring out some of its richness.
No, and the difference is noticeable. In a south-facing room with warm daylight, the green component comes forward and the color feels more alive. In a north-facing room the blue and grey qualities dominate and it can read almost slate-like. Sample it in your specific space over a couple of days.
The hex and RGB values are displayed in the color spec block on this page, pulled directly from our database.