Larkspur Bud DE5905 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B7C0EA, estimated LRV 54 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spoiled Rotten from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #B7C0EA · DE5905
Larkspur Bud
54%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Larkspur Bud Technical Profile
HEX Code#B7C0EA
RGB183, 192, 234
Estimated LRV53.7
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familyblue
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Larkspur Bud
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Larkspur Bud
#B7C0EA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D77BB
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Larkspur Bud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Larkspur Bud 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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Larkspur Bud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Larkspur Bud have?
Larkspur Bud by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue 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 Larkspur Bud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Larkspur Bud are Spoiled Rotten by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Spoiled Rotten by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Berry Blush by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Larkspur Bud'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 Larkspur Bud?
Larkspur Bud has a estimated lightness value of 53.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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