Exotic Evening DE5951 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #58516E, estimated LRV 9 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Lilac from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #58516E · DE5951
Exotic Evening
9%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Exotic Evening Technical Profile
HEX Code#58516E
RGB88, 81, 110
Estimated LRV9.1
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Exotic Evening
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Evening
#58516E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#856191
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Evening
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic Evening 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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Exotic Evening — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Evening have?
Exotic Evening by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Exotic Evening from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Evening are Dark Lilac by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Illusionist by Behr (a close digital match), Pleasing Purple by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Exotic Evening'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 Exotic Evening?
Exotic Evening has a estimated lightness value of 9.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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