Early Blossom DE5049 is a pink paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FFE5ED, LRV 83 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Berry Cheesecake from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFE5ED · DE5049
Early Blossom
83%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Early Blossom Technical Profile
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Early Blossom in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Early Blossom in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsEarly Blossom
Nearly identical
BehrBerry Cheesecake
Berry Cheesecake
Behr
Nearly identical
'50s Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pink Ribbon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sweet Roses
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hepatica
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pirouette Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Brittany's Bow
PPG
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 Early Blossom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Early Blossom
#FFE5ED
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6735C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Early Blossom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Early Blossom 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 Early Blossom.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Early Blossom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Early Blossom have?
Early Blossom by Dunn-Edwards 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 Early Blossom in your own space before committing.
What colors match Early Blossom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Early Blossom are Berry Cheesecake by Behr (a near-identical match), '50s Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cloud Pink by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Early Blossom'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 Early Blossom?
Early Blossom has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 83.4, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Early Blossom's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.