Ref. #FCD8DC · DE5092
First Crush
75%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
First Crush Technical Profile
What color is First Crush? It's a light warm red with the hex code #FCD8DC. Colors similar to First Crush include Hirshfield's Wishful Thinking, Vista Paint Go Girl!, Vista Paint Sweet Memories. First Crush has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, First Crush 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 creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to First Crush
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With First Crush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
First Crush
#FCD8DC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CD8D65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for First Crush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
First Crush 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 First Crush.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
First Crush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does First Crush have?
First Crush by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match First Crush from other brands?
The closest matches are Wishful Thinking by Hirshfield's (#FCDADF), Go Girl! by Vista Paint (#F7D5DA), Sweet Memories by Vista Paint (#FEDCE1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of First Crush?
First Crush has an LRV of 75.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why First Crush's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.