Desert Lily DE5434 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FEF5DB, estimated LRV 92 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vanilla Custard from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #FEF5DB · DE5434
Desert Lily
92%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Desert Lily Technical Profile
HEX Code#FEF5DB
RGB254, 245, 219
Estimated LRV91.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyorange
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Desert Lily
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Lily
#FEF5DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7D35F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Lily
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Lily 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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Desert Lily — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Lily have?
Desert Lily by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Desert Lily from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Lily are Vanilla Custard by Behr (a close digital match), Ivory Invitation by Behr (a close digital match), Apricot Mousse by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Desert Lily'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 Desert Lily?
Desert Lily has a estimated lightness value of 91.5, 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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