Ref. #FFE8F4 · DE5035
Fairy Dust
86%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Fairy Dust Technical Profile
What color is Fairy Dust? It's a very light warm pink with the hex code #FFE8F4. Colors similar to Fairy Dust include Behr Sweet Nothing, Behr Cream Rose, Benjamin Moore I Love You Pink. Fairy Dust has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 86, Fairy Dust reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like Simply White, blonde wood floors, and brass or gold hardware. Deep green or forest accents add contrast that keeps it from feeling too sweet. Under 2700K warm bulbs pinks and magentas glow warmly, leaning coral. Under 4000K cool light they read more vibrant — important for nursery and bedroom planning where bulb choice changes the mood.
Colors Similar to Fairy Dust
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fairy Dust
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fairy Dust
#FFE8F4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D65C5E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fairy Dust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fairy Dust 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 Fairy Dust.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fairy Dust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fairy Dust have?
Fairy Dust by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Fairy Dust from other brands?
The closest matches are Sweet Nothing by Behr (#FBE4F1), Cream Rose by Behr (#FAE3EE), I Love You Pink by Benjamin Moore (#F9E3EF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fairy Dust?
Fairy Dust has an LRV of 85.5, 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 Fairy Dust's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.