Exotic Lilac DE5017 is a pink paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D198B5, LRV 39 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Quilted Heart from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D198B5 · DE5017
Exotic Lilac
39%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Exotic Lilac Technical Profile
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Exotic Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Exotic Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsExotic Lilac
Nearly identical
ValsparQuilted Heart
Quilted Heart
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rose Pottery
Behr
Nearly identical
Cranberry Ice
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pink Gazebo
PPG
Very similar
Candy Store
Kilz
Very similar
Haute Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Euphoric Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dahlia Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pink Beauty
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exotic Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Lilac
#D198B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B08282
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic Lilac 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 Lilac.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Exotic Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Lilac have?
Exotic Lilac 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 Exotic Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Exotic Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Lilac are Quilted Heart by Valspar (a near-identical match), Rose Pottery by Behr (a near-identical match), Calico Rose by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Exotic Lilac'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 Lilac?
Exotic Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.3, 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 Exotic Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.