Ref. #58516E · DE5951
Exotic Evening
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Exotic Evening Technical Profile
What color is Exotic Evening? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #58516E. Colors similar to Exotic Evening include Benjamin Moore Dark Lilac, Behr Illusionist, PPG Magic Spell. Exotic Evening has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Exotic Evening creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Exotic Evening pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Exotic Evening
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exotic Evening
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Exotic Evening.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Exotic Evening — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Evening have?
Exotic Evening by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Exotic Evening from other brands?
The closest matches are Dark Lilac by Benjamin Moore (#554E6E), Illusionist by Behr (#574F68), Magic Spell by PPG (#544F66). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Exotic Evening?
Exotic Evening has an LRV of 9.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Exotic Evening's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.