Faraway Sky DE5942 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8980C1, LRV 25 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brocade from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8980C1 · DE5942
Faraway Sky
25%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Faraway Sky Technical Profile
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Faraway Sky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Faraway Sky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsFaraway Sky
Nearly identical
BehrBrocade
Brocade
Behr
Nearly identical
Grapolicious
Valspar
Very similar
California Lilac
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Magic Carpet
PPG
Very similar
Grape Gathering
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lavender Blossom
Kilz
Very similar
Bailey Bells
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fanciful Violet
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Brave Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Faraway Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Faraway Sky
#8980C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F84AE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Faraway Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Faraway Sky 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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Faraway Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Faraway Sky have?
Faraway Sky by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Faraway Sky in your own space before committing.
What colors match Faraway Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Faraway Sky are Brocade by Behr (a near-identical match), Mixed Berries by Behr (a very close match), Grapolicious by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Faraway Sky'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 Faraway Sky?
Faraway Sky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Faraway Sky's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.