Denim Tradition DE5885 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #7F97B5, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celestial Horizon from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F97B5 · DE5885
Denim Tradition
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Denim Tradition Technical Profile
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Denim Tradition in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Denim Tradition in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsDenim Tradition
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCelestial Horizon
Celestial Horizon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mystery
Behr
Nearly identical
Celestial Horizon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cry Me a River
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gingham Blue
PPG
Very similar
Purple Wish
Kilz
Very similar
Bluesy Note
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Steel Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Celestial Horizon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Denim Tradition
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Denim Tradition
#7F97B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Denim Tradition
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Denim Tradition 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Denim Tradition.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Denim Tradition — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Denim Tradition have?
Denim Tradition by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Denim Tradition in your own space before committing.
What colors match Denim Tradition from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Denim Tradition are Celestial Horizon by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Mystery by Behr (a near-identical match), Celestial Horizon by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Denim Tradition'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 Denim Tradition?
Denim Tradition has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Denim Tradition's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.