Fragile Fern DE5539 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #EFF2DB, estimated LRV 87 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Memoir from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #EFF2DB · DE5539
Fragile Fern
87%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fragile Fern Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFF2DB
RGB239, 242, 219
Estimated LRV87.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#ECF0DA
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#EDEFD8
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Spring Promise
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#F0F3DE
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Frosty Lime
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#F1F6DF
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#F1F2DD
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#EFF0D6
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#E9EAD3
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Colors That Work With Fragile Fern
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fragile Fern
#EFF2DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92B67C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fragile Fern
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fragile Fern 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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Fragile Fern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fragile Fern have?
Fragile Fern by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Fragile Fern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fragile Fern are Memoir by PPG (a close digital match), Grassy Field by Valspar (a close digital match), Spring Promise by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fragile Fern'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 Fragile Fern?
Fragile Fern has a estimated lightness value of 87.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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