Candy Stripe 2079-70 is a pink paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FBE3ED, LRV 77 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spun Sugar from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FBE3ED · 2079-70
Candy Stripe
77%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Candy Stripe Technical Profile
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Candy Stripe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Candy Stripe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCandy Stripe
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSpun Sugar
Spun Sugar
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cream Rose
Behr
Nearly identical
Pink Ribbon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Petal Poise
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sweet Roses
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Be Mine!
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Romantic Pink
PPG
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lighthearted Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sweet Blush
Kilz
Visible difference
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candy Stripe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candy Stripe
#FBE3ED
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C7736B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candy Stripe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candy Stripe Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Candy Stripe.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candy Stripe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candy Stripe have?
Candy Stripe by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Candy Stripe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Candy Stripe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candy Stripe are Spun Sugar by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Cream Rose by Behr (a near-identical match), Berry Cheesecake by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Candy Stripe's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Candy Stripe?
Candy Stripe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 77.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Candy Stripe's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.