Candy Stripe 2079-70 is a pink paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FBE3ED, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #FBE3ED · 2079-70
Candy Stripe
77%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Candy Stripe Technical Profile
HEX Code#FBE3ED
RGB251, 227, 237
Estimated LRV77.1
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypink
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Candy Stripe
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Candy Stripe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candy Stripe are Spun Sugar by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Cream Rose by Behr (a close digital match), Berry Cheesecake by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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